RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — David Griffin is lacing up his running shoes once again, this time to finish what he started.
A year after his heart stopped in the middle of the Richmond Marathon, Griffin is returning to the race that nearly claimed his life. This time, it’s not just about crossing the finish line — it’s about survival and redemption.
Griffin’s story is one of resilience. Last November, while running over the Belvidere Street Bridge, he suddenly collapsed. The cause was a heart attack, and if not for the quick action of bystanders and first responders, Griffin’s story may have ended there. CPR was administered at the scene and he was rushed to the hospital, where doctors fought to save his life…