First responders, dispatcher assist woman in delivering her baby in vehicle
On October 7, 2018 at approximately 8:15 pm, the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office and REMSI were dispatched to the I-81 off ramp at Exit 92 in Draper in reference to a female in labor.
Sgt. Nelson and Deputy Farris were the first to arrive on scene and found a male subject outside the vehicle who advised the female in the passenger’s seat was in labor. Deputy Farris spoke with the female and began to assist the female in delivering her baby inside the vehicle.
The first REMSI Ambulance arrived on scene and determined the child needed to be transported to the hospital.
Due to the number of patients, Sgt. Nelson drove the REMSI Vehicle to the hospital allowing one of the rescue personnel to stay with Deputy Farris and the mother of the child, who was also in need of medical attention.
A special thanks to 911 Center Dispatcher Amanda Giampocaro who assisted the couple by phone until help could arrive, and to the REMSI Staff for their assistance during this unique call for service.
This call is a perfect example of the teamwork that takes place every day among our first responders and a fine example of a job well done by all.
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October 9, 2018 @ 4:12 pm
We wont to thank yal at the paper and 911 for helping us with the delivery the baby and mother is doing well . And the lady dispatcher at 911 we really appreciate you for being there til help arrived. My name is Robert Carter and the mother Nilsa York baby is Alyssa Reign Carter
October 9, 2018 @ 7:09 pm
Best wishes to the family, and Thank God for the service and dedication of our First Responders !