Everyday we turn on the television or pick up the newspaper to know about what’s happening all around the globe. And the result is usually depressing as we see various reports on terrorism, some idiotic remarks by politicians and the declining state of our environment. However, sometimes there is a glimmer of hope that gives us some optimism. This time it’s in the form of Jose Martinez.
According to a video posted by the Aurora Police Department, a car caught fire after it hit the cement support for the culvert off the roadway in Illinois, USA.
But before the police could get there, it was Jose Martinez who rushed to get the driver of the car out of harm’s way.
Needless to say, the Aurora Police Department commended Martinez and Devin (another responder) for their gallantry. Their post stated that,
The incident had happened on March 31. But as soon as this video, that has now garnered over 80,000 views, was posted on Facebook on April 4, words of admiration came pouring in.
1. A proud mother.
2. They deserve all the blessings
3. Some praised the police for their cautionary actions.
4. All heroes don’t wear capes.
5. A learning lesson.
6. A tale of positivity.
7. Another proud responder.
You can watch the entire video here:
Citizen Pulls Man From Burning Car
A 34 year old Warrenville man has a 57 year old man to thank for saving his life after the younger man got into a fiery, single car crash around 12:12 a.m., March 31 in the 1600 block of E. New York St.Watch as the first patrol car on-scene captures Jose Martinez, who lives across the street from the crash location, pull the man out of the burning car. A second citizen, Devin Johnson, 29, of Aurora, then pulls the crash victim further back from the burning vehicle.The 34 year old was charged with DUI and a litany of traffic offenses. He suffered burns and other injuries and was transported to a suburban Chicago hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.To say Jose's actions were heroic and brave are an understatement. Had he not taken immediate action, the driver would not have lived. Devin should also be commended for assuring the man was out of harm’s way. Outstanding job, gentlemen.We'd also like to thanks Joel Olvera, 25 from Aurora, who also assisted at the scene.
Posted by Aurora Illinois Police Department on Wednesday, April 4, 2018
One of the obvious lessons that we can learn from this incident is that people simply need to stop drinking and driving. If you can’t hold your liquor, don’t take control of the steering wheel and endanger everyone’s lives.
Additionally, the second (and much more important) lesson that we can learn is that we should strive to be as selfless as Jose Martinez and Devin Johnson in real life. Because at the end of the day, the world will become a better place if we help each other out in our times of crisis.