Upon arrival, La Cygne Police Officers observed nearby neighbors already working together to remove the driver and sole occupant from the vehicle, moving him to safety as the vehicle began to catch fire. Thanks to their quick thinking and courageous actions, officers were able use their fire extinguishers to control the quickly intensifying fire and then provide aid to the driver until additional emergency responders arrived. The driver sustained little to no injuries from this collision.
This incident serves as a powerful reminder of the strength of our community and how we come together in moments of crisis. The La Cygne Police Department and the City of La Cygne commends the citizens involved for their bravery and selflessness in helping a neighbor in need.
Thank you again to all citizens who came together, our public works employees who also serve on our fire department, the La Cygne Fire Department, AMR, and the Linn County Dispatch who work behind the scenes to coordinate us all.
Courtesy La Cygne Police Department
