Johnson County deputy, wrecker service employee honored for lifesaving actions

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VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Department has recognized a deputy and a wrecker service employee for saving the life of an unresponsive man at a local gas station.

Officials said Craig Bundren of Britton’s Wrecker Service reported finding a man behind the wheel of a vehicle who was not responding.

Deputy Aaron Brown was dispatched and provided lifesaving aid after assessing the situation.

Sheriff Peter Sopczak said the man survived because of the swift actions of Bundren and Brown. Both were presented with the Citizen’s Life-Saving Commendation in recognition of their efforts.