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Kearney highlights new police officer and urges caution as kids, motorized bikes increase this summer
Summary
The Kearney Board of Aldermen heard a presentation introducing a newly hired police officer who was credited with lifesaving actions during a traffic crash, and city leaders warned residents about increased pedestrian and motorized-mini vehicle activity as summer begins.
Mayor Randy Pogue and the Kearney Board of Aldermen on Monday recognized a newly hired police officer and discussed summer public-safety concerns as children return to parks and motorized recreational vehicles become more common on local streets and trails.
Chief Thomas introduced Officer Chris Eller, a recent hire from out of state, and told the board Eller responded to an off-duty, head-on crash shortly after joining the Kearney Police Department. “He secured the scene, started CPR and—despite the extreme difficulty of the situation—opened a jammed car door and…
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