WINDER, Ga. — A baby was rescued from a burning apartment in Barrow County on Tuesday afternoon, with two law enforcement officers sustaining injuries during the rescue.
At approximately 1:13 p.m., deputies from the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office and officers from the Winder Police Department arrived at 284 Apperson Drive, where the Winder Fire Department was battling a residential fire.
Authorities were notified en route that an infant was trapped inside and could not be reached.
Upon arrival, officers attempted to enter the building but were hindered by thick smoke. Despite the dangerous conditions, a deputy and a police officer crawled toward the infant’s cries and managed to rescue the child.
What We Don’t Know: The names and conditions of the officers involved have not been released. The identity of the infant is also unknown at this time.
What’s Next: The infant, along with the deputies and police officer, received medical treatment and are all expected to recover.
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