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Governor Scott Awards Three Brevard County Deputies with Medals of Heroism

Posted on February 7, 2017

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During a meeting of the Florida Cabinet today, Governor Rick Scott recognized three Brevard County Deputies with the Governor’s Medal of Heroism for their brave actions in response to a house fire.

Governor Rick Scott said, “Every day, our first responders put their lives at risk to protect our communities and families.  I’d like to thank Deputies Doucette, Fischer and Bennett for their quick response and selfless actions to rescue a woman trapped in a house fire. It’s an honor to present them with the Medal of Heroism today.”

The following first responders were recognized with the Governor’s Medal of Heroism:

  • Deputy Robert Bennett
  • Deputy Benjamin Fischer
  • Deputy Jesse Doucette

On January 20, 2017, Deputy Doucette arrived on the scene of a house fire and entered the burning home to find a woman unconscious in a wheelchair. Deputy Doucette carried her outside where he and Deputy Fisher began lifesaving first aid efforts until emergency rescue personnel arrived. Deputy Robert Bennett then arrived on-scene and entered the house to search for additional residents. He located a dog lying inside the home and was able to crawl to the unconscious dog, carry it outside, and utilize oxygen tank provided by fire rescue to provide aid until the dog started breathing again.

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Governor Scott Honors Two Polk Correctional Institution Officers with Medals of Heroism

Posted on January 24, 2017

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During a meeting of the Florida Cabinet today, Governor Rick Scott recognized two Polk Correctional Institution officers with the Medal of Heroism for their brave actions to rescue a driver trapped inside a burning vehicle.
Governor Scott said, “I’m proud to recognize Officer Estevin Taylor and Officer Bryan Childs for their quick response to save the life of an injured driver. Their heroic actions are a great example of the great men and women who protect our state every day, and I am honored to present them with the Medal of Heroism.”
Florida Department of Corrections Secretary Julie Jones said, “Thank you Governor Scott for recognizing these two heroes within the Department. Officer Childs and Officer Taylor witnessed a single car accident and, even as a deadly fire began, immediately took action to free the trapped driver. Their actions in that moment showed true selflessness and bravery, and I could not be more proud of them.”
On April 4, 2016, Officer Bryan Childs witnessed a car accident while driving to work. The driver’s side door was jammed shut and the vehicle had flipped onto the passenger side, trapping the injured driver inside. Officer Childs immediately contacted 911 as he saw a fire start within the vehicle. Officer Estevin Taylor arrived on scene and retrieved bolt cutters from his vehicle to break the windshield. Officers Childs and Taylor pulled the driver from the burning vehicle seconds before it was engulfed in flames. Both officers remained with the driver while emergency personnel arrived on scene.

Filed Under: Soup Du Jour Tagged With: Governor Rick Scott, Medals of Heroism, officers, Polk Correctional Institution

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