Hero cop rushes into burning building to save mother and two children

14 May 2026 • 4:07 AM MYT
The Independent
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Hero cop rushes into burning building to save mother and two children

  • A police officer in Chattanooga, Tennessee, rescued a mother and her two children from a burning building on May 1.
  • Video footage released by the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) shows Officer Rogers kicking down a door to access the property.
  • Flames were visible around the occupants as Officer Rogers safely removed them from the blaze.
  • No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
  • The Chattanooga Police Department commended Officer Rogers for his bravery and dedication, highlighting that while police are not trained firefighters, they uphold an oath to serve and protect.

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