Stuntwoman’s Near-Fatal Crash Recovery | Leeds News

Stunt legend Ansko Pitkanen, known for Barbie and Batman, survived a brutal motorcycle crash on Salisbury Plain that shattered 12 bones — including both ankles, arms, legs, and ribs — after being hit by another vehicle. Plucked from the remote countryside in just 11 minutes by air ambulance, she was airlifted to Southmead Hospital, endured multiple surgeries, and spent months rehabbing at home. Struggling with memory loss, fear of paralysis, and even believing she was in Germany, her recovery was aided by cutting-edge What3Words tech and an incredible medical team. Two years later, she’s back on set — wiser, more selective, and forever grateful to the responders who saved her life. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a423ecc498584404