CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A Cape Coral police officer is being recognized for saving the life of a baby.
The Cape Coral Police Department awarded Officer Frankie Lopez a Life Saving Award, presented by Chief Anthony Sizemore, after he responded to a near-drowning involving a 10-month-old who was found unresponsive.
Lopez immediately began life-saving measures and kept going until EMS arrived.
The department said his quick actions in a critical moment reflect the dedication its officers bring to serving the community.