Photo: Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office
A New Jersey police officer is being praised for his heroic efforts after catching an infant who was dropped from a second-floor balcony.
When authorities arrived to the scene, they surrounded the building and attempted to negotiate with the man — however, he eventually did throw the infant, Fulop said.
“Kudos to the (Jersey City Police Department) and all the officers involved for their heroics and for bringing a safe conclusion to this dangerous situation,” Prosecutor Esther Suarezwrote on Twitter.
Suarez also acknowledged negotiator PO Joseph Casey.
“We especially want to acknowledge the actions & bravery of the negotiator and first-responding PO Joseph Casey, South District PO Eduardo Matute… & Incident Commander Capt Michael McKerry.”
Steven Fulop
Representatives for Jersey City and the Jersey City Police Department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request to comment further.
The incident remains under investigation and the identity of the man has not yet been made public.
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Jersey City Police Officers Benevolent Association President Joe Cossolini alsoapplauded officersCasey and Matute.
Jersey CityCouncilwoman Denise Ridleyadded, “Officer Matute, your quick thinking and bravery is appreciated and should be commended along with all the officers at the scene today negotiating to save the life of a child.”
source: people.com
