Tag: Civilians Helping Officers: Page 14

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Good Samaritan Pulls Detroit Sergeant from Burning Cruiser

A civilian Good Samaritan pulled a Detroit Police sergeant out of his burning cruiser this morning, after the officer lost control of the vehicle on Detroit's west side.

July 6, 2011

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Motorist Helped Ohio Officer During Attack

Otto Coleman, 64, resisted and assaulted Dayton Police Officer Jonathan Seiter during a vehicle stop, before a passing motorist pulled over, exited her vehicle and began striking Coleman in the head until the officer could control the man.

December 15, 2010

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Servicemen Help Stabbed California Sergeant Arrest Attacker

The three Marines and Army private who were about to be deployed to Afghanistan helped the sergeant get the 19-year-old man into custody. Police had responded to a call of a man "brandishing a sharp instrument and threatening citizens."

October 6, 2010