Sheridan fireman, policeman receive Life Saving Award

Deputy Chief Eric Gifford (left) with the Sheridan Fire Department and Officer Michael Foote (right) of the Sheridan Police Department were presented the Indiana Volunteer Fire Association (IVFA) Life Saving Award this week for their quick response and courage in saving a woman who was trapped in her burning car. Danielle Johns was headed east bound on State Road 38 when a vehicle traveling the opposite direction crossed the center line, and the vehicles collided head-on. Danielle Johns’ car caught fire while she was trapped inside. Eric Gifford and Michael Foote took swift action, along with State Police Superintendent Doug Carter and Sheridan resident Rick Hogge, to remove Danielle Johns from her vehicle just before the car was engulfed in flames. Sheridan Fire Department Chief Merriman stated the teamwork was exemplary, and he couldn’t be more pleased with the heroic efforts in saving Ms. Johns’ life.