Officer Rescues Driver Who Hit Him After Car Catches Fire
Inside EditionApril 5, 20251 min24,306 views
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- 🚨 A police officer was hit by a suspected drunk driver in Rowlett, Texas.
- 💥 The officer's patrol car was struck by the suspect's vehicle on a busy highway at night.
Heroic Actions Amidst Danger
- 🔥 Shortly after the crash, the suspect's car caught fire.
- 💡 When the driver became unresponsive, the officer broke the car window with his elbow.
- 🤝 The officer then pulled the driver out of the burning vehicle and moved him to safety behind a barrier.
Aftermath and Charges
- 🚑 Both the officer and the driver were taken to the hospital for evaluation.
- ✅ The officer has since been released from the hospital.
- ⚖️ The driver is facing DUI charges in connection with the incident.
- 🗣️ Body camera footage of the rescue was released by the Rowlett Police Department.
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