Why it matters: The publicly accessible kit outside Princes Street fire and police station could save lives in stabbing incidents and other severe bleeding emergencies until paramedics arrive.
The big picture: The Be Lucky Anti-Crime Foundation, established by Paul Stansby and Jamie Hart after Dean's death in 2017, has now delivered 66 emergency kits across Suffolk as part of its mission to give knife crime victims a fighting chance of survival.
Four men were jailed for life following Dean's death in the drugs-related attack, but the tragedy prompted his brother Paul, the owner of Lucky 13 tattoo studio in Ipswich, to take action alongside business partner Jamie Hart.
The details: The latest installation resulted from a partnership between the foundation and Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service Crew Manager Jason Folkard, who organised a community fundraising day at the station in 2024 after being inspired by the campaign.
The site near Ipswich Town Football Club was chosen for its visibility and public accessibility.
"After losing my brother, I wanted to make sure no other family must go through what we did without knowing that everything possible had been done to save their loved one," Paul Stansby said. "If a bleed kit had been available at the time, Dean might still be here."
How it works: The kits contain specialist dressings, gauze, wound-sealing products and colour-coded instructions. Stored in locked cabinets, they can be accessed by calling 999, quoting the location and receiving an unlock code from the call handler.
Councillor Steve Wiles, Suffolk County Council's Cabinet Member for Public Protection, said: "This is a fantastic example of what can be achieved when individuals and organisations come together with a shared purpose. Bleed kits are simple, effective tools that can buy precious time in a life-or-death situation."
What's next: The foundation continues working with local businesses to install more kits, with further sites planned in Felixstowe and Claydon.
The bottom line: What began as one family's response to devastating loss has grown into a county-wide network of potentially life-saving resources, proving how personal tragedy can drive meaningful community action.
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