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McDowell County First Responders Save Woman’s Life After Suicide Attempt, Both Win Awards

Five Berrien County sheriff's deputies rescued a woman attempting suicide at Arthur Dodd Memorial Park on March 5, 2025.
The deputies arrived after receiving a report that the woman was attempting suicide by placing a cord on her neck and dousing herself with gasoline beneath a pavilion.
Deputies Root and Marcellus held the woman off the ground while Chartrand and Zeiger cut the cord, and Runser prepared a fire extinguisher nearby.
Sheriff Heit said Marcellus demonstrated courage by rushing the woman and preventing her hanging, adding the five deputies merit salutes for bravery.
The deputies received awards including Meritorious Service, Life Saving/Bravery, and a Certificate of Commendation for their quick, professional actions.

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