NEWARK, New Jersey -- New Jersey Transit police officers jumped into action to save the life of a newborn baby girl on Tuesday.
Officers at Newark Penn Station responded to a report of a medical event in the women’s restroom around 10 a.m., according to a news release.
Upon arrival, officers found a mother who was cradling her newborn baby in her arms. The baby was not breathing and was grey in color.
Officer Bryan Richards immediately began chest compressions but the baby remained unresponsive. He called for EMS to respond via police radio, but realizing the dire need for immediate medical care, Richards rushed the baby to a police cruiser accompanied by Officer Alberto Nunes.
While Richards continued chest compressions, Nunes drove the police cruiser to the hospital. After continued chest compressions and Richard’s words of encouragement, the baby began to breathe and is currently doing well.
"An excellent job and another precious life saved by New Jersey Transit Police Officers!," officials wrote in a statement.
