Warren County honors DPW worker Caleb Stockton for life‑saving actions at crash scene

Warrensburg, N.Y. — The Warren County Board of Supervisors presented a certificate of excellence to Department of Public Works employee Caleb Stockton on July 16 for rendering life‑saving first aid at a March 13 crash.

Stockton, who works in the county’s public works operations, stopped at the scene of a multi‑vehicle collision at Lower Orange Street and Quaker Road. According to the account delivered at the meeting, Stockton found a driver ejected from a vehicle with severe leg lacerations and applied a tourniquet before emergency responders arrived.

Board members said the quick action likely prevented fatal blood loss. A board presenter described Stockton’s response as “life‑saving” and noted his prior fire‑department experience as part of the background to his actions. The board formally recognized him with a certificate of excellence and thanks from county leadership.

The presentation was ceremonial; no additional action or directive for county policy or training was announced at the meeting.

Caleb Stockton was identified at the meeting as the employee being honored; the county described the incident as occurring March 13, 2025.