Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Good News/ Fri-Yay

~ John W. Howell
Video grab of the moment Lewiston Police Department officer Jonathan Smith jumped into a frozen lake to save a dog near Lewiston, New York, USA.

Here is a good news story from the Good News Network about a police officer saving a dog’s life without considering his own danger. The story is replicated in its entirety.

Officer Jonathan Smith, 30, was called to Bond Lake near Lewiston, New York, after receiving reports of a Labrador falling in about 50 yards from the shore.

In this heart-in-mouth footage captured by a fellow officer’s bodycam, the brave cop throws off some equipment before dashing out onto the ice without any caution for his own safety.

The owner walked the 10-month-old pup around the lake on January 5 when Kona spotted a distant flock of geese landing on the water and bolted towards them.

Horrified, Kona’s owner watched as the dog fell into the freezing water at the edge of the ice.

In an email to Lewiston Police Department, the owner wrote: “Although she is a strong swimmer, there was zero chance of her getting back out onto the ice, and she began to panic and tire quickly.”

Frantically they called 911, and 15 minutes later, Officer Smith and two other officers from the Police Department arrived.

Without hesitation or rescue equipment, the officer removed his vest and gun belt and hustled over the ice towards an exhausted Kona.

When he got close enough to her, Officer Smith grabbed the 75-lb. pooch and pulled her from the water, so she was able to run back over the ice to her owner.

“Kona and I and everybody that loves her are extremely grateful for his selflessness and courage,” the owner wrote. “His professionalism and bravery should be applauded.”

“I have witnessed countless acts of selfless heroism. Officer Jon Smith’s actions rank high in my book.”

Officer Smith was also honored recently for pulling a woman from a burning building in November and has been working at Lewiston Police Department since July 2020.

WATCH the outstanding rescue below…

The good news here is officer Smith knows what ‘To Protect and Serve’ means. Today’s John Ku talks about good people. I hope you enjoy the weekend.
Goodness by John W. Howell © 2022
They come in all sizes,
colors, and social standings . . .
Good folks everywhere.

79 thoughts on “Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Good News/ Fri-Yay”

  4. Wonderful story, John. I love your good news Fridays. We need to see more things like this in the mainstream media. (Oh wait, they only like negative stuff.) Lovely Haiku as well.

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  5. I’m always astonished at the immediate response of people like the officer. There’s no standing around thinking, “Um… should I? or not?” They just act — which is precisely why they can save people from burning cars and such.

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    1. My dad was a detective in the Detroit police department. I grew up surrounded by brave men with stories like this everyday. I wish the media would tell those stories instead of whatever narrative they are on at the time. Thanks, Linda.

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  12. I saw this wonderful story and had to re-watch it. That cop was fearless, to say the least. I am amazed the ice held his weight like that!
    Beautiful haiku to go with.
    Happy Friday to you!

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  18. Happy Friday, John! And thanks for spreading the goodness here. This story will make me smile all day long. They are furry angels, our dogs–and I love that this man didn’t think twice about helping one!

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  19. I just love hearing and seeing stuff like this. It reinforces that there ARE plenty of good people in the world, willing to go the extra mile to help others. Your JohnKu says it perfectly, John.

    Thanks for the wonderful, heart-warming share!

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  20. Aw, what a GOOD story! And how refreshing to hear something like this. With all the depressing and disturbing news making the airwaves, it’s great to see something positive. Thanks, John!

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  26. Heartwarming and inspirational, John. Thank you so much for sharing. When I lived upstate NY, I feared one of my kids would fall through the ice because they were fearless. Thank goodness, there are heroes everywhere. Loved your haiku! 😍

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  27. No geese, dogs, or police where harmed in the telling of this story. However the serenity of the frozen lake was badly shattered. Temporarily that is… You will have that with breaking news. Good breaking news. Just make sure the editor reviews the title before they publish it.

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  29. WOW!

    That video is hairy as all get out to watch, even when you know Kona ends up being saved. Big time props to Officer Smith, who was hauling ass to get out there. Amazing to watch someone just go, with no consideration for their own wellbeing.

    Here’s to the good guys

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  31. Awww, what a heartwarming story, John! As someone owned by a chocolate Lab, my heart was in my throat for this poor dog, owner and brave officer. Need to hear more stories like this. Thank you for sharing….

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