Oxford Police Officer, State Trooper Honored for Saving a Life

State Police Troopers received awards for service during a ceremony November 10, 2015, held at the State Police Training Academy in Meriden.

The Connecticut State Police honors Troopers who demonstrate exceptional service in the line of duty. The ceremony also honors men and women serving in local and federal law enforcement agencies, those serving as first responders, and civilians.

Trooper First Class Ryan Pfeiffer, Oxford Police Officer Scott McCue earned the Medal for Lifesaving.

The Lifesaving Award is presented to those who save a human life or make a valiant attempt to save a life.

On October 3, 2014, at approximately 11:52 p.m., Trooper Pfeiffer and Officer McCue were dispatched to an Oxford residence for a report of an individual in full cardiac arrest.

Upon arrival at the residence, the two officers found the victim unconscious, unresponsive and without a pulse. They immediately began performing CPR.

The two officers continued CPR for approximately 15 minutes before Oxford EMS and Paramedics arrived and transported the man to a local hospital. It was learned that the man had suffered a severe heart attack as well as acute respiratory failure.

The immediate intervention and response of Trooper Pfeiffer and Officer McCue saved the life of the unresponsive victim and each earned the Medal for Lifesaving.