PORTLAND, Ore. — Body camera footage captured a dramatic rescue as Portland firefighters and police officers worked together to save a woman from a burning vehicle.
The vehicle began to burn following a crash near Lincoln Memorial Park around 9 p.m. on Dec. 23. In the video, an officer asks if the driver is still in the vehicle as it caught fire, KPTV reported.
Portland firefighters arrived moments later, and two firefighters removed the vehicle’s windshield to access the trapped driver inside.
“I’m here if you need help. Let’s get her further to the car. Lift, lift, lift. Let’s start CPR. On the ground, on the ground. Start CPR,” one officer said as they safely moved the driver away from the vehicle.
Once the driver was removed, firefighters and police officers began to revive the driver.
The driver was transported to a local hospital, where she is currently recovering. Authorities later issued her citations for drunk driving and reckless driving.
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