Rockdale County deputy helps save baby’s life

On Sunday, a deputy with the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) helped save a baby’s life.

At about 2:40 a.m. on Sunday, March 26, deputies responded to a call where a one-month-old child was reportedly not breathing.

The deputies were the first to respond and one began rescue CPR in the front seat of their patrol car.

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Soon after, Rockdale County Fire Rescue crews arrive and took over the rescue efforts.

The baby regained a pulse and was taken to the Children’s Health Care Center.

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“The quick response and actions taken by Deputy Daniel, and the Fire/ EMS personnel gave the baby a fighting chance for recovery,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement.

RCSO said no foul play is suspected in the incident.

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