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Off-duty medic praised for performing CPR on fan

An off-duty medic who performed potentially life-saving CPR on an Aston Villa fan has been praised by supporters.

Heidi Elliott raced into action after the fan collapsed at Villa Park on Thursday during the Europa Conference League clash with Greek side Olympiakos.

Part of the Holte End had to be cleared just before half-time and the supporter was taken to hospital where it is understood they are recovering.

Ms Elliott told BBC Radio WM she hoped more people would learn life-saving skills to use in emergencies.

The season ticket holder was attending the game with her father before spotting a commotion about four of five rows from her seat.