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Paramedics, first responders and medical staff are heroes to anyone in need.

They work long shifts and deal with some of the most tense situations whilst trying to ensure everyone turns out okay in the end.

Those who work at the East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) include paramedics, ambulance drivers, doctors and first responders, and this is just some of the vital roles.

However, one recent incident led to a nearby neighbour leaving a disturbing note on a marked rapid response vehicle while a member of the team was attending a medical emergency.

A 'marked' vehicle means it is easily recognisable, they tend to have the bright yellow and green colours, as well as the wording and logo of the emergency services.

But an angry neighbour still found it necessary to write a note warning the medical team to never park in front of their driveway.

They wrote in big capital letters that it was a dropped kerb and also called the staff a 'blind idiot'.

The EEAST shared the note on social media - but part of it had to be cropped due to inappropriate language.

(Image: @eastenglandamb)

They tweeted: "This not was left on the windscreen of a marked rapid response vehicle while a member of Team EEAST attended a medical emergency.

"We've had to crop the note due to inappropriate language.

"Is your parking space really more important than a neighbour's life? #DontChoosetoAbuse."

Emergency vehicles can park anywhere, with the Department for Transport stating that any vehicle being used for emergency purposes is exempt from parking fines.

Paramedics and medical staff typically try to avoid parking in such a way that will cause a nuisance to other road users, but when an emergency is taking place that they need to attend, they don't have the time to scout around for a better parking space.

Let's hope the next time a note is left - for someone who spends their time saving lives - it's a grateful one.