Moorestown Cops Honored For Saving Man In Cardiac Arrest

MOORESTOWN, NJ — Four Moorestown police officers were recently honored for their service to the community, including three that saved the life of a 60-year-old man who went into cardiac arrest.

Ptl. Alex Humes, Ptl. Brian Poe and Ptl. Michael Toscani were recognized for their life saving efforts at the Moorestown Council meeting on Feb. 24 at town hall. Poe and Humes, along with Ptl. Joel Mufalli, were also recognized for their exemplary service to the community.

In the early morning hours of Oct. 13, Humes, Poe and Toscani responded to a 911 call for a 60-year-old man who had gone into cardiac arrest, according to Moorestown Police Chief Lee Lieber. They performed manual CPR while they waited for EMS to arrive, Lieber said.

“Their efforts were a key factor on his on-scene resuscitation,” Lieber said.

The community service award recognizes outstanding enforcement of criminal law and traffic safety, Lieber said. Mufalli was recognized in this area for the third consecutive year.

“Congratulations to all for jobs well done,” the police department said in a social media post. “Thank you to Mayor Gillespie and Town Council for your continued support.”