Auckland firefighters search for mystery woman whose CPR saved cyclist

East Coast Bays station officer Martyn Baker (left) and senior firefighter Stefan McCord (right) with Steve, who was revived after he collapsed while cycling.

A good Samaritan’s “excellent CPR” skills saved the life of a cyclist who collapsed on an Auckland roadside – and now firefighters are trying to track down the mystery woman who stepped in to help.

The cyclist, known only as Steve, had been riding along Fairview Ave near Albany on March 28 when he collapsed, according to the New Zealand Professional Firefighters’ Union (NZPFU).

East Coast Bays firefighters arrived to find a woman already performing “excellent CPR” on the unconscious man.

Firefighters took over resuscitation efforts before Hato Hone St John arrived.

“On the first analysis, a shock was advised,” the union said.

“After three shocks, our patient had a pulse and was transported to hospital.”

Three weeks later Steve’s wife collected his bike from the station and told staff he was preparing to leave hospital.

Last week, Steve met with station officer Martyn Baker and senior firefighter Stefan McCord in what was an “emotional reunion”.

“Often, when patients leave in an ambulance, we never know the outcome,” the union said.

“These wins don’t happen often, but when they do, they make it all worthwhile.”

The union praised the actions of the bystander and hoped she would come forward.

Her actions made a “massive difference” to Steve’s outcome, it said.

“If you know who she is, or if you are reading this, please get in touch with us.”