Fairmont State University Chief of Police recognized for life-saving act
RMONT WV December 24 2018 — Fairmont State University Chief of Police Matt Swain was given the Heroism Award by the Marion County Rescue Squad during the Night of Recognition.
Squad administrator Michael Angelucci said Swain was given the award for a life-saving act in the spring.
“There was a 911 call that came in, and campus police were dispatched. He was the first on scene, was able to access the vehicle and pull the guy out to begin CPR,” Angelucci said. “If it wasn’t for Swain’s immediate reaction, the man would have died.
“This is a law enforcement officer. He could’ve sat there and waited for paramedics. He got into the mode of a life saver and that’s pretty remarkable. It’s just amazing what he did.”
FSU President Mirta Martin said Swain acted swiftly action to save the man’s life without missing a beat.
“Though the Fairmont State University police officers do great things all the time, I’m especially grateful for Chief Swain’s decisive, caring actions. He had mere seconds to make a life-saving decision. His actions that day far exceeded the call of duty,” Martin said.
“Matt perfectly exemplifies our quick-thinking, highly-trained, dedicated and caring police force,” Martin said.
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