Martin, Tenn.–Four Martin Police officers were presented with life-saving awards Monday night in recognition of the roles they played in saving the life of a child who was accidentally shot last month.
Lt. John Cross, Patrol Officer Aaron Carter, Patrol Officer John Colt Fulcher and Patrol Officer Demarchio Lee received the awards from Chief Don Teal. The child is now making a full recovery.
On the evening of August 2, 2021 officers from the Martin Police Department responded to a call on Oakland St. in reference to a child having been accidentally shot. Investigation revealed that the responding officers took several measures and enacted an emergency plan that played a vital role in saving the child’s life, according to Assistant Chief Phillip Fuqua.
“While each of them played different parts, their team effort calmed the situation and provided life-saving care for the victim until he could be flown out by AirEvac. Training, education and skills all came together to increase the survival chances for this child victim. We are very proud of each of these officers and life-saving medals were awarded along with commendation letters from Chief Don Teal tonight at the city board meeting,” Fuqua said. “We would also like to thank Martin Fire/Rescue for the roles that they played as well.”
Photo: Lt. John Cross, right, is one of four officers to receive the awards from Chief Teal. (MPD photo).