‘I could have died’ — mystery helper sought after seizure
A Wellington man is hoping to find the stranger who may have saved his life after he had a seizure in the city this week.
Porter Lightfoot, 24, was walking through Aro Park in central Wellington early on Thursday morning when he had an epileptic seizure and fell forward.
The next thing he knew, he was coming back to consciousness in a stranger’s home.
“I remember appearing on someone’s couch with a drink of water, and then I ended up in hospital,” he said.
“And I don’t remember what happened between the park and the hospital. I’d love to know who it was so I can go and say thanks.”
His mother Debra Blackett yesterday appealed on social media for any information on the identity of the stranger who stepped in to help.
“Does anyone know who found my son unconscious in Aro Park some time around 2.30-4am Thursday morning and called an ambulance?” Blackett posted on the Vic Deals Facebook page.
“He had an epileptic seizure and broke his shoulder. It was pretty cold too.
“You prob saved his life — so lucky he was found. I would really like to reach out and thank you. If not please know how much aroha our family has for you.”
Lightfoot said his seizures were uncommon but could be very dangerous.
The weather was chilly on Thursday morning, and Lightfoot believes he could have died if no one had come to his aid.
“There’s no doubt in my mind I could have died if no one had found me, so I’m very grateful to them.”
He could not remember exactly where the house was, or any details about the person who came to his aid.
“It was halfway between Aro St and the Grand Mercure Hotel but I don’t know how I got to that person’s house or the hospital,” he said.
“I’m sure they were a male but I couldn’t tell you what they looked like.”
He believed the person who saved him was in his mid 20s, but hoped they would come forward so he and his family could say thanks.