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Global News
2 days ago
- Health
- Global News
B.C. woman saves child's life, questions why international doctors face barriers in Canada
A day at the park quickly escalated into an emotional roller coaster for a mother, her child and two new Canadians. After a game of pickleball with friends at DeHart Park in Kelowna, B.C., Wei Wang and Rui Deng heard a call for help. 'We heard a mother crying or shouting, 'Help, help, help,'' Wang said. The couple saw a child choking. That's when Deng sprang into action. 'My wife, was a professional doctor before, just rushed to the lady,' Wang said. Deng performed the Heimlich maneuver and saved the child's life. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Since moving to Canada last year, Deng has been working towards her goal of becoming a licensed doctor in her new home. In China, she was a general practitioner. Story continues below advertisement 'I was a doctor in China for 13 years and I want to be a doctor in Canada,' Deng said. However, there are several barriers for international doctors to become licensed in Canada, including a language proficiency test. She has already started the process to practice in a country facing a doctor shortage. Ty Speer, the CEO St John Ambulance for B.C. and Yukon, says that instances like this reinforce the need for everyone to become First Aid Certified. 'The main thing about first aid is you want to be prepared. You never know when something's going to happen,' he said. 'It could be something very serious, it could be something minor.' Speer says that the training and certification gives people the confidence to be helpers in their neighbourhood. Because, not everyone is lucky enough to have a doctor walk by when a medical emergency is happening. 'Any serious blockage to an airway is very, is a very, very serious matter in a couple of minutes,' he said. 'It's something that needs to be resolved straight away. This is not a situation where you have time to, for example, call the emergency service, wait for an ambulance.' In this case, firefighters did arrive after Deng jumped into action.
Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
- Los Angeles Times
Man who died along with LAPD sergeant in 405 Freeway crash identified
The Los Angeles County medical examiner has identified the man who was killed along with a Los Angeles Police Department sergeant in a multi-vehicle crash on the 405 Freeway this week. The medical examiner identified the man as 34-year-old Jesus Garcia. He and LAPD Sgt. Shiou Deng, 53, were killed after being struck by incoming traffic in the Sepulveda Pass. The tragic sequence of events began shortly before 2 a.m. on Monday, when Garcia was involved in a solo car accident on the southbound lanes of the 405 Freeway, just north of Moraga Drive in the Brentwood and Bel Air area, according to the California Highway Patrol. Deng, who was traveling on the same freeway, was in his police cruiser when he stopped with his rear emergency lights on to provide assistance, but upon exiting he and his cruiser were struck by another vehicle. Garcia, who was standing outside on the freeway, was also struck and killed in the collision. Deng was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Mario Bickham, the driver of the vehicle that struck the cruiser and ultimately the two victims, was taken to a hospital. His condition is unknown. The fatal crash prompted CHP to shut down the freeway for hours as it conducted an investigation. Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell called Deng a hero during a morning news conference following his death. 'He was out there caring for others, putting their safety before his own,' he said. Deng had been promoted to sergeant about two years ago, McDonnell said. He spent the bulk of his career working in the agency's Mental Evaluation Unit, which helps officers respond to crisis calls. 'He was out there every day caring for the most vulnerable in our society,' McDonnell said. 'Just a great human being.' The loss of Garcia has also been devastating for his family. Lidia Zepeda, who identified herself as a childhood friend of Garcia, created a GoFundMe account to help the family with funeral expenses. On the site, She described Garcia as a loving son, brother, uncle and friend 'whose kindness and warmth touched everyone he met.' 'As we search for a funeral home and make arrangements,' Zepeda wrote, 'we want to honor his memory in a way that reflects the love and care he gave to those around him. Times staff writer Grace Toohey contributed to this report.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
'Hero' LAPD sergeant fatally struck by vehicle while responding to crash
[Source] Sgt. Shiou Deng, a 26-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department, was fatally struck by a vehicle early Monday while responding to a crash on the 405 Freeway in Brentwood, authorities confirmed. Around 1:58 a.m. on June 23, Sgt. Deng stopped on the southbound side of the 405 near Getty Center Drive after witnessing a two-vehicle collision involving a Toyota Tacoma and a sedan. LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said Deng activated his patrol SUV's rear amber lights 'in an effort to be able to slow traffic behind him and provide some level of safety for the people who were involved in that collision.' As Deng approached the scene on foot, a third vehicle traveling southbound struck him. He was rushed to UCLA Medical Center, where he died from his injuries. The driver of the Tacoma involved in the original crash also died and a passenger in that vehicle was critically injured. The driver who hit Deng remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Trending on NextShark: No charges have been announced, as the California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident. Deng had served 17 years in LAPD's mental evaluation unit before transferring to patrol in West Los Angeles, where he was promoted to sergeant. Colleagues described him as sharp, compassionate, and deeply committed to public service. 'He died a hero,' said McDonnell at a press conference. 'He was out there caring for others, putting their safety before his own. And he is somebody that we will all look to as an inspiration as we carry on the mission." Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom ordered flags flown at half-staff across city and state buildings in his memory. At a press conference, Bass said, 'This is a sad day for our city,' and lauded Deng's selflessness. Deng's body was escorted from UCLA by a marching procession of officers and memorials have been set up outside the West LA division where he served. Trending on NextShark: This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: Subscribe here now! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Yahoo
'A sad day for our city': Highway crash kills LA police sergeant
A Los Angeles Police Department sergeant died after he was struck by a vehicle on the 405 Freeway near Brentwood, California early Monday, June 23, authorities said. Sergeant Shiou Deng was killed in the crash, which took place at around 2 a.m. local time on the southbound side of the freeway, according to LAPD and California Highway Patrol officials. He had stopped at the scene of a prior collision when he was struck by another passing vehicle, CHP logs show. Deng had just arrived and exited his patrol vehicle to help when he was hit and fatally injured. CHP Assistant Chief Joe Zizi said a person was killed in the initial crash that Deng was responding to, the Los Angeles Times reported. Further details of the collision were not available. LAPD Sergeant Deng served the city of Los Angeles for more than 26 years with "honor, courage, and compassion," LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said "with profound sadness" in a written statement. "He was a deeply respected leader within our department and a trusted protector of our communities. His loss is immeasurable, and the grief we feel is shared not only by the men and women of the LAPD, but by the entire law enforcement family and the residents he served so faithfully," McDonnell wrote. The chief expressed condolences to Deng's family and friends and colleagues. "We are doing everything in our power to support them, and we ask the public to hold them in your thoughts and prayers," McDonnell said. "As we mourn, we also honor Sergeant Deng's extraordinary legacy — a legacy defined by integrity, bravery, and an unwavering commitment to public service. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him, served with him, and were protected by him." Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said it was "a sad day for our city" and ordered city flags to be lowered to half-staff in his honor. "The men and women of LAPD put their lives on the line for Angelenos each and every day," she said via social media. "This morning, I met with officers at the hospital who described him as caring and selfless. His last act was one of service — putting the safety and wellbeing of others above all else." Information regarding a memorial service was expected to be announced in the coming days. Following the collision, CHP officials closed all southbound lanes near Moraga Drive shortly before 2:30 a.m. until further notice. However, officers have now cleared the roadway and reopened all lanes, CHP confirmed on X at 12:18 p.m. "Thank you to all drivers for staying safe on the road," CHP wrote on X. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: LA police sergeant Shiou Deng killed in 405 highway crash
USA Today
23-06-2025
- USA Today
'A sad day for our city': Highway crash kills LA police sergeant
A Los Angeles Police Department sergeant died after he was struck by a vehicle on the 405 Freeway near Brentwood, California early Monday, June 23, authorities said. Sergeant Shiou Deng was killed in the crash, which took place at around 2 a.m. local time on the southbound side of the freeway, according to LAPD and California Highway Patrol officials. He had stopped at the scene of a prior collision when he was struck by another passing vehicle, CHP logs show. Deng had just arrived and exited his patrol vehicle to help when he was hit and fatally injured. CHP Assistant Chief Joe Zizi said a person was killed in the initial crash that Deng was responding to, the Los Angeles Times reported. Further details of the collision were not available. Who was Shiou Deng? LAPD Sergeant Deng served the city of Los Angeles for more than 26 years with "honor, courage, and compassion," LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said "with profound sadness" in a written statement. "He was a deeply respected leader within our department and a trusted protector of our communities. His loss is immeasurable, and the grief we feel is shared not only by the men and women of the LAPD, but by the entire law enforcement family and the residents he served so faithfully," McDonnell wrote. The chief expressed condolences to Deng's family and friends and colleagues. "We are doing everything in our power to support them, and we ask the public to hold them in your thoughts and prayers," McDonnell said. "As we mourn, we also honor Sergeant Deng's extraordinary legacy — a legacy defined by integrity, bravery, and an unwavering commitment to public service. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him, served with him, and were protected by him." Mayor says Deng's 'last act was one of service' Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said it was "a sad day for our city" and ordered city flags to be lowered to half-staff in his honor. "The men and women of LAPD put their lives on the line for Angelenos each and every day," she said via social media. "This morning, I met with officers at the hospital who described him as caring and selfless. His last act was one of service — putting the safety and wellbeing of others above all else." Information regarding a memorial service was expected to be announced in the coming days. Collision prompts temporary 405 Highway closure Following the collision, CHP officials closed all southbound lanes near Moraga Drive shortly before 2:30 a.m. until further notice. However, officers have now cleared the roadway and reopened all lanes, CHP confirmed on X at 12:18 p.m. "Thank you to all drivers for staying safe on the road," CHP wrote on X.
