EAST ST. LOUIS — East St. Louis police Officer Jaylon Lee received the city’s Life-Saving Valor Award for rescuing a passenger trapped inside a burning vehicle, according to the police department. The East St. Louis Police Department said Lee risked his own life to reach the trapped passenger. The department did not provide any additional information about the incident.
The East St. Louis Police Department credited his quick thinking and decisive actions with helping save the passenger’s life.
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“Your bravery represents the very best of law enforcement and is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices officers make to protect and serve our community,” the department explained.
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