ROSE CITY, MI — A Michigan State Police trooper from the West Branch Post is credited with saving the life of an unresponsive 2-year-old who nearly drowned Monday afternoon.
Trooper Tanner Harrison responded to a 911 call at around 4:50 p.m. on Monday, April 29, stating that the toddler had drowned in a backyard koi pond in Rose City.
Harrison and his partner were nearby on another call and upon arrival, Harrison found the child unresponsive, according to a social media posts from the Michigan State Police Third District.
A family member was attempting CPR when the troopers arrived, police said.
Harrison took over care for the child and provided chest compressions, back blows and rescue breathing until the child regained a pulse and began breathing.
EMS arrived and transported the child to a local hospital for further medical treatment. The child is expected to make a full recovery, according to state police.
The Michigan State Police encourages all to be extra vigilant when children are around water. Even strong swimmer can drown, police said in the reminder.
Learning infant CPR can be a critical tool when emergencies happen, police said. To view resources near you, visit safekids.org.
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