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Officer honored after life‑saving Heimlich at Westside’s Flex Gym

City Council of Preston · May 11, 2026
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Summary

Chief Dan McCammon presented Officer Jared Griffin with a life‑saving service certificate and pin for performing the Heimlich on a choking 9‑month‑old on April 30, 2026; Chief McCammon reported the child "is doing fine, and in good health."

Chief Dan McCammon recognized Officer Jared Griffin for a life‑saving intervention at Westside’s Flex Gym on April 30, 2026. McCammon described how Officer Griffin performed the Heimlich maneuver on an infant who had a piece of pizza lodged in the throat and successfully dislodged the object.

The chief presented Officer Griffin with a life‑saving service certificate and a uniform pin. Chief McCammon told the council, "The child is doing fine, and in good health." The council recorded the recognition during the meeting.