FAIRFIELD — Fairfield Police Officers Schwartz and Larsh, along with Hamilton Police Officer Kiep, rescued a female driver from a burning vehicle following a traffic crash on Nov. 5.
The officers rushed into danger and worked alongside witnesses to pull the trapped driver from the vehicle and carry her to safety, according to their social media post.
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Moments later, the passenger compartment became fully engulfed in flames.
Following the rescue, the Fairfield Police Department released a statement recognizing the actions of the officers and bystanders who assisted at the scene.
“We are incredibly proud of Officer Schwartz, Officer Larsh and Officer Kiep and grateful to the citizens and fellow first responders who acted without hesitation when it mattered most,” a statement from Fairfield Police said.
This is an outstanding example of courage, teamwork, and what it means to serve others.
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