This footage was filmed and produced 19 February 2024.

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In a heart-stopping moment on February 19th, Officer Potts of the Sterling Heights Police Department received a distress call to Dream Dollar in Sterling Heights, Detroit reporting an 18-month-old child in dire straits. Rushing to the scene, Officer Potts wasted no time, immediately springing into action.

Upon arrival, Officer Potts found the toddler unresponsive. Swiftly drawing on his training, he commenced chest compressions, knowing every second counted. As Officer Potts battled to revive the child, Sterling Heights Firefighters hastened to the scene to provide further assistance.

With coordinated efforts, the responders managed to stabilize the child before transferring them to Corewell Health hospital for urgent medical attention. Doctors at Corewell Health hailed the rapid and heroic intervention of the first responders, crediting them with saving the child's life.

Recognition for Officer Potts and the commendable efforts of the Sterling Heights Fire Department personnel is imminent. A special award presentation is scheduled for April 5th at 7:30 a.m. The ceremony, to be held at 19176 Hall Rd., Suite 120, Clinton Township, MI 48038, will see the Macomb County EMS Medical Control Authority and Corewell Health honor these brave individuals for their selfless service and unwavering commitment to public safety.

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