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Vallejo Officer's Quick Action Saves Child
27 Aug
Summary
- An 18-month-old child was choking on a grape.
- A responding officer dislodged the grape, saving the child.
- The toddler was transported to the hospital in stable condition.
In a remarkable display of quick thinking and training, a Vallejo police officer saved an 18-month-old child's life this past Saturday. Officers were dispatched to a residence on Virginia Street following reports of a toddler who was not breathing. Upon arrival, authorities learned the infant was choking on a grape.
The responding officer immediately initiated first aid procedures. Their swift actions were successful in dislodging the grape from the child's airway. Vallejo Fire Department medics arrived shortly thereafter to provide further medical attention.
The toddler was subsequently transported to a local hospital for comprehensive evaluation. Authorities reported the child was in stable condition following the incident. Police Chief Jason Ta commended the officer's composure and decisive action in a critical medical emergency, emphasizing the importance of officer training and readiness.
