Crime & Safety
Off-Duty New London Police Officer Helps Save Baby's Life
A police officer pulled off the road to help a frantic mother whose baby was in medical distress.
NEW LONDON, CT — An off-duty New London police officer is credited with helping save an infant suffering a medical emergency.
Officer Thomas Northup was driving on Route 138 in Richmond, Rhode Island on Nov. 14 when he saw a "frantic young lady pulled off on the side of the road," according to a police Facebook post.
Northup stopped to offer assistance and found that an 18-month-old girl was in medical distress inside the vehicle. Northup provided medical aid while emergency services were on the way.
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The small child was in a car seat and was "pale blue," Northup said in an interview with NBC 10 WJAR.
He gave her rescue breath and got her out of the car seat. He said that he then realized the infant was having a seizure and was able to give the baby medication.
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"Officer Northup also provided comfort and reassure to the young lady and the baby during a terrifying moment for them both," police wrote. "Officer Northup’s readiness to help and ability to provide immediate medical care reflect the highest standards of our department."
Check out video about the rescue at NBC 10 WJAR.
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