Dramatic Video Shows Officers Rescuing Residents From Burning Westchester Home

Several residents were saved from the rear of a burning Northern Westchester residence after officers braved flames and a downed live wire to rescue them.

Members of the Ossining Police Department saved residents trapped in the rear of this burning home in the area of Maurice Avenue.
Photo Credit: *Ossining Police Department*

Ben Crnic

08/08/2024 11:00 a.m.

The blaze happened in Ossining on Tuesday night, Aug. 6, when a residence on Maurice Avenue went up in flames, according to Ossining Police.

Arriving officers discovered that several residents were trapped in the rear of the building. However, a live wire in front of the burning porch blocked access to the residence.

Although the situation proved dangerous, officers raced behind the building and used a ladder to bring the residents outside to safety.

The dramatic scene was captured in body camera video released by the department on social media.

After the residents were rescued, they were evaluated for smoke inhalation by the Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Meanwhile, the Ossining Fire Department was able to put the blaze out and stop the home from being completely destroyed, police said.

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