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Police Officer Gets Stuck Deep in Snow During Welfare Check, Then Good Samaritans Save the Day

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There has been harsh winter weather in many states lately. Snow and ice have put many in danger over the course of the season.

A deputy of the Ferry County Sheriff’s Office in Washington found himself stuck in the snow while doing a welfare check after a student was reported absent from school for several days.

The snow on the road was so bad, the deputy’s vehicle ended up in a tight situation, according to the Ferry County Sheriff’s Office.

“A Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Officer who was close by attempted to assist and was soon stuck as well,” FCSO says.

But then their luck turned and, according to FCSO’s post on Facebook, some good Samaritans came to the rescue.

Have you ever gotten stuck in the snow?

“Eventually some good samaritans from Malo arrived with some block and tackle and got everyone moving again. Many thanks to them.”

Once the vehicles got moving again, the deputy was reportedly able to check on the absent student.

Snow, understandably, was the reason for the absences.

This isn’t the first time a kind stranger has helped an officer in need, either. There are many stories that involve a citizen rising above to serve.

A man from Birmingham, Alabama, was caught on camera holding an umbrella over a saluting deputy as it rained during a fallen officer’s procession.

“I didn’t know he was there,” Deputy Tiffany Dial told WMTV. “My peripheral vision was cut off with my hat, so I didn’t know anything was there. I was in my moment.”

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While there is no doubt the brave men and women who serve our communities are heroes day in and day out, it is comforting to see when regular everyday citizens step in to help, too.

And it’s not just the police they’re helping either. A good Samaritan is self-giving no matter the time or the place and wants the best in every circumstance.

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Sarah Carri is an avid reader and social media guru with a passion for truth and life. Her writing has previously been published in print and online by Focus on the Family and other well known media outlets. Her experience in ministry and Disney entertainment gives her a unique perspective on such topics.
Sarah Carri is an avid reader and social media guru with a passion for truth and life. Her writing has previously been published in print and online by Focus on the Family and other well known media outlets. Her experience in ministry and Disney entertainment gives her a unique perspective on such topics.

Sarah's experience as a successful working stay-at-home mom and business owner has given her the chance to write and research often. She stays up to date on the latest in entertainment and offers her views on celebrity stories based on her wide knowledge of the industry. Her success as a former preschool teacher and licensed daycare provider lend to her know-how on topics relating to parenting and childhood education.

Her thoughts on faith and family issues stem from home life and ministry work. Sarah takes time to attend workshops and classes annually that help her to improve and hone her writing craft. She is a graduate of the Institute of Children's Literature program and her writing has been acclaimed by ACFW and ECPA.
Education
Institute of Children's Literature, Art Institute of Phoenix (Advertising), University of California Irvine (Theater), Snow College (Early Childhood Education)
Location
Arizona
Languages Spoken
English
Topics of Expertise
Entertainment, Faith




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