On January 23, 2003, Medic partners Bobby Suarez and Tim Hayes were caring for patients at the scene of a minor car crash aong I-77 in northern Mecklenburg County. A tractor-trailer slid on icy roads causing a chain reaction crash that pinned Hayes against a guardrail, severing his legs.

Just before impact, Tim pushed a patient to safety. Immediately after the crash, Bobby used all of his paramedic skills to help save his partner's life.

Since the accident, the community outpouring of support for Tim, his family and all at Medic has been overwhelming.

Paramedics Bobby Suarez and Tim Hayes

WE THANK YOU.

Tim Hayes and Bobby Suarez have received a number of honors for their actions on January 23, including the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest civilian honor in North Carolina.

Contributions to Tim and his family may be made to the following:

Tim Hayes Fund
C/O Bank of America
P.O. Box 651658
Charlotte, NC 28265

Contributions can also be made at any Bank of America branch location.