Cheshire Police Officers Honored For Rescue From Burning House

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Cheshire Police Officers Honored For Rescue From Burning House Several officers received awards for their efforts in the rescue of residents from a burning house in a recent fire, according to officials.

CHESHIRE, CT — Several police officers have been honored for their efforts in the rescue of residents from a burning house in Cheshire last month.

Cheshire firefighters and police responded to an active house fire on Rockview Drive on Oct. 18.

"CPD officers and dispatchers did not hesitate to act," police wrote in a post on Facebook . "Officers responded into the burning house, assisted with removing occupants and helping with medical attention. Great job!"

The following are the awards that were received, via the Cheshire Police Department :

Officer Ryan Caulfield: Distinguished Service Medal

Officer Kevin Zaksewicz: Chief's Citation

Officer Lester Zimnoch: Letter of Commendation

Dispatcher Corso: Letter of Commendation

Sergeant Tracy Gonzalez: Letter of Commendation

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