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Updated: 8:43 PM Jun 3, 2008
Sheriff's Deputy Is Honored
An eastern Kentucky sheriff's deputy was honored as a hero for actions the Johnson County Sheriff says helped save a man's life. Posted: 6:49 PM Jun 3, 2008Reporter: Dara Rees Email Address: dara.rees@wymtnews.com |
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An eastern Kentucky sheriff's deputy was honored as a hero for actions the Johnson County Sheriff says helped save a man's life.
It's a day Johnson County Emergency Responders say they will never forget.
Sheriff Bill Witten says they could have seen a greater loss if not for Deputy James Preston's quick thinking.
The sheriff honored Preston with a medal heroism for saving another man responding to the accident.
On January 22nd, Preston pulled Paintsville EMS worker Brian Moore by the belt to avoid a coal truck that slid off the road killing fellow paramedic Christa Burchett and Erica Brown.
Preston was also awarded a plaque for his heroism from the Paintsville Fire Department.
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Posted by: jon
Location: p
on Jun 4, 2008 at 10:31 PM
I bet if he had done something wrong, mr wow would be shouting a the top of his lungs.I dont know how it is in Richmond but here it is nice to hear of a officer getting a little reward, even there was other losses in this case, he saved some elese. Sp quit crying about some getting a reward, it dont happen too often, usually people are shouting because the servant made a mistake...
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Posted by: Friend
Location: Pike Co.
on Jun 4, 2008 at 08:14 PM
I agree, Preston was just doing his job as an officer. However, others feel Preston when above and beyond his call of duty. Therefore, Preston should be honored. I'm sure the plaque and medal means something to Preston, but the lives he saved has given him a greater reward!! And I would like to thank officer Preston for doing what he does!
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