NYPD rescue – ABC 7, fair use
Today’s good news story comes from my favorite source, The Good News Network. Here it is unabridged.
New York Cop Grabs Suicidal Passenger in First Rescue of its Kind on Staten Island Ferry
It was a rescue that police said had never been done before hanging off the edge of a Staten Island ferry boat.
They were there because an emotionally disturbed man had inexplicably climbed out of the window onto a railing on the outside of the ship, seemingly ready to jump.
Then, after trying to reason with the silent would-be jumper, Officer Gambino, who was roped to the boat from an anchor point above, moved like lightning to grab hold of the individual and press him up against the side of the boat.
“Some people were in dry suits, and some were in rope harnesses in case he went into the water or stayed on the ferry,” said NYPD Emergency Service Unit Sgt. Darion Brooks. “We were prepared for both.”
Brooks told ABC 7 news that this particular rescue strategy had never been attempted before but that the ESU trains for dozens of different situations, some of which have involved potential jumpers.
The moment of arrest was captured in stunning detail by a news helicopter, and the man was transported to a hospital where he could receive psychiatric attention.
Here is the video of the rescue.
The good news here is that there were trained police officers who were able to save a life. Today’s JohnKu talks about rescues. I hope you have a great weekend.
Response by John W. Howell © 2023
Thinking of police,
More comes to mind than defunding . . .
Think rescue response.
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Nice to see New York show up in one of these stories.
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I thought so too. Thanks, Charles.
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A big town with an even bigger heart when it comes down to it. Sadly, there’s more and more of this going on everywhere though.
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I lived in the NY area for four years and can attest to the kindness of people there. 😁
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You know it. New York is a tough town but it comes together when the chips are down.
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Yup
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Another powerful story of human potential and goodness. Thank you, John, for sharing and for adding a great JohnKu. 😊
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Thank you, Gwen. I loved this story and thought it should be shared.
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I’m glad it turned out well for the cops, and hopefully the guy gets the help he needs.
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That was a dangerous assignment. I’m with you, Deborah. I’m glad it turned out well.
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Another happy ending.
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I’m so glad too. Thanks, Craig.
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WOW, a good story about the police! I love it. That cop certainly did move quickly!
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I agree, GP. I’m so tired of the other kind of stories. 😊
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A good story about those who are hired to serve and protect. I am always impressed with their abilities.
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The fact that they never had this kind of emergency before speaks to their adaptability. Thanks, Darlene.
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God Bless us, everyone!
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Amen, Annette.
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A great story. And all those who want to defund police need to pay attention.
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Of course they will say it is unusual. That is until they need the police that is.
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When it comes down to it, someone who is at this point needs love and care and that was what these fine officers offered. Hopefully, this is just the beginning of a new and better life for him.
Perfect story for this Friday, John.
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I agree, Dale. Let’s hope this is the beginning of a better life. Thanks for your lovely comment. 🤗
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And a happy Friday to you!
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Thank you. Happy Friday to you as well.
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Thank you, kind sir!
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Once again police prove their worth. People have no concept of what life would be like without the police. Except the criminals, they know exactly what it would be like.
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It is a sad thing that those who wish to destroy law and order will be victims in the end as well. It is one of those be careful of what you wish for.
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God bless those officers. And the man; I hope he gets the help he needs. Thanks, John. Happy weekend.
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I hope he gets help as well, Staci. Happy Weekend to you. 🤗
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What an amazing rescue. I’m with Staci – hope the man gets the help he needs.
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I think that is a common theme of the comments. Thank you, Teri. 😁
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This is good news, John. Police work hard every single day, and they don’t get nearly enough credit.
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I agree, Dan. Too often their good works go unnoticed. Thanks. 😁
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Boy, that was done right! They were ready to go in the water for the guy, but the quick moves of Officer Gambino prevented that. I hope the guy gets the help he needs. Thanks for sharing this, John. Have a good weekend.
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Thank you, Tim. I think these guys did a great job. I’m with you on hoping the guy gets some help. Have a good weekend as well.
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Bravo to those cops! Because we have so many mentally disturbed people now on the streets, these situations are becoming more common. It takes a special kind of bravery to deal with these!
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I think the police have a thankless job and that is why so many are quitting. Thanks, Noelle.
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Let’s hope things improve in two years…elections have consequences.
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Let’s hope elections do have consequences.
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Amazing save!
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It was at that. 😁
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Good news, indeed! Now, let’s hope that poor fella gets the help he needs.
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Yes, let’s hope so. Thanks, Debbie.
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We often forget that first responders deal with more than crimes. And I love your JohnKu! Hope this young man gets the help he needs. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you so much, Jan. I hope he gets help too
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I couldn’t agree more with your JohnKu. It was clear from watching the video that these officers were very highly trained, and that kind of training cost money. I hope the distraught man is able to get the help he needs.
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I do too, Liz.
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Thanks for sharing this, John. More attention needs to be placed on the men and women who risk their lives each day. The media has crushed their morale.
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I agree, Jill. The liberal media is killing a lot of morale by overlooking great things about our law enforcement teams.
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A truly wonderful story, John! Bless these good men and here’s hoping the many they rescued gets the help he needs. So happy to see the police getting some well deserved good press! Thank you for sharing this, and for your great JohnKu, too! Heading to bed now with a smile on my face! 😊❤️
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Thanks for letting me know about the smile. Goodnight, Marcia.
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Still smiling this morning! See? 😊😊😊
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Excellent. 😁
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A wonderful text Kohn, what would we do without our first responders. They deserve then best.
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I agree, Holly. Thanks. 😊
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Great news, John, and love your poem too. I hope the man can get the help he needs. There are good in the force also. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you, Lauren. I hope he gets help as well.
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Wonderful story, and a perfect JohnKu.
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Thank you, Jennie.
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You are welcome, John.
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A fab story!
Your JohnKu is right on.
I’ve always thought defunding police was a retarded idea. WTF?
Sure, perhaps changes are in order. Change is a constant everywhere, always.
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(rescue oxen)
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I love your rescue oxen. They look so grateful to have been under your care. Here’s a few more needing a home. 🐂🐂🐂🐂 🤗😘
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Git along lil’ oxen! few more needing a home. 🤗😘🐂🐂🐂🐂 🤗😘
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LOL!
So, you’re an angel?
Well, we can pretend!
Just scheduled my review of Robbie Cheadle’s “Lion Scream” for tomorrow.
SO, I’m back on animals, with the OXen!
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It is like putting a sheep suit on a wolf.
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Woooooowww. Good for them. I sure hope that man gets the help he needs. Poor soul.
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I do too. Thanks, Betsey.
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Thank you for the link, Traci.
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What a hero and a true earth angel. 🙂
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So true. 😁
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Wonderful news. dear John! It gives hope that the police can protect us. 🙂
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Yes it does give us hope for sure. Thanks, Maria.
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