Today I attended a citation ceremony for St. Louis County Police Officers, some of whom had helped to rescue a grandmother and her grandson after their SUV crashed into the Meramec River in Fenton.
They acted on instinct, swimming out into the rushing (and dangerous) Meramec to pull the two victims from the vehicle. Others on the bank helped them up to Paramedics.
Sadly, the two passed away later at the hospital. The officers went to little Joshua's visitation and funeral - unsure of the reaction because ultimately, the rescue wasn't successful. But instead of being bitter, the surviving relatives told them at least they have given them time to say goodbye to their loved ones. Since then, the relatives have attended all events for the officers. Once strangers, now neighbors, with a life long bond. Sometimes you do see the best in people on this job.

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