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Osceola County SO bodycam shows deputy and bystanders rescue driver from burning pickup

Osceola County Sheriff's Office released body-worn camera footage from July 4 showing deputies and bystanders rushing toward a burning pickup after a head-on crash in LeRoy, Michigan.

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On July 4, 2026, a head-on crash on 18 Mile Road near Mackinaw Trail in LeRoy, MI ignited a pickup. Osceola County Sheriff's Deputy Lorne Juday and several bystanders acted quickly to aid the driver, using a fire extinguisher and nearby tools to help extricate the occupant as flames spread. The rescue was captured on the deputy’s body-worn camera. The crash remains under investigation, and the driver was hospitalized for treatment.

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Warning: This video contains a real-life rescue that some viewers may find difficult to watch. On July 4th, one of our deputies, alongside a few courageous civilian bystanders, rushed toward a burning vehicle to rescue the driver. Their quick thinking, selfless actions, and willingness to put themselves in harm's way made all the difference. This is what service looks like. It's a reminder that while many of us are enjoying holidays with family and friends, there are men and women standing watch, ready to answer the call when someone needs help most. The Osceola County Sheriff's Office would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the deputies who continue to answer the call and make a difference every day; to the courageous civilians who stepped forward to help a stranger in need; and to our partner agencies—the Michigan State Police, Leroy Fire Department, Tustin Fire Department, Osceola County EMS, Meceola Central Dispatch and Aero Med—for their professionalism, teamwork, and dedication.

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Jul 6, 2026

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Osceola County Sheriff's Office body cam footage of saving man from burning car - YouTube
official videoOfficialJul 6, 2026