Hero Cop Plunges Into Missouri Icy Creek to Save Baby and Mom in Heart-Stopping Rescue!
A Missouri police officer braved freezing waters to rescue a mother and her 6-month-old baby after their SUV flipped into an icy creek. 🌐 #News #LibertyMO #Missouri #Accident
LIBERTY, MO – Trapped in freezing waters with time running out, a mother and her infant faced a terrifying ordeal this week. Emergency responders rescued a mother and her 6-month-old baby after their SUV rolled into an icy creek in Liberty, Missouri, on Tuesday, police said.
The Liberty Police Department and Fire Department responded to the scene and discovered the SUV partially submerged in the water. The vehicle was resting on its driver’s side, with the passenger side still above the waterline.
Officer Breaks Through Windshield to Rescue Occupants
An officer and an assistant fire chief approached the vehicle, but the ice gave way, submerging the officer up to his waist, police said.
The officer pressed forward, using a tool to break the windshield and access the driver. After freeing the driver, he crawled to the backseat, where the baby was secured in a car seat.
Baby’s Car Seat Positioned Out of the Water
The car seat was “fortunately” secured on the passenger side of the vehicle, which was not submerged.
The officer removed the baby from the car seat and crawled back through the vehicle, passing the infant to firefighters waiting nearby.
Mother, Baby, and Officer Taken to Hospital
The mother and baby were transported to a hospital for treatment. The officer was also hospitalized “due to prolonged exposure to the frigid water,” police said.
“While there, he had the opportunity to see the baby and talk to the family,” police said. “We are proud to share this story as just one spotlight on the dedication of our officers and the LFD show to our community every day.”
The courage and compassion shown by these first responders is truly inspiring. Their unwavering commitment in the face of danger ensured a mother and her baby could return to their family safe and sound. Moments like this show the profound impact of selflessness and bravery in our communities. Thank God for the brave men and women of the Liberty Police Department and Fire Department!
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