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Southlake Officer Saves Driver from Burning Car, Earns Award

7/20/2026

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On June 7 in Southlake, Texas, Police Corporal Joshua Swisher rescued a driver from a burning Nissan Altima on Highway 114.
Swisher broke vehicle’s window with a tool and lifted the driver through the opening as flames erupted.
The driver emerged unharmed while Swisher sustained minor burns to his arm hair.
The Southlake Police Department awarded Swisher its Meritorious Conduct Award, noting he said any officer would have acted similarly.

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On June 7 in Southlake, Texas, Police Corporal Joshua Swisher rescued a driver from a burning Nissan Altima on Highway 114.
Swisher broke vehicle’s window with a tool and lifted the driver through the opening as flames erupted.
The driver emerged unharmed while Swisher sustained minor burns to his arm hair.
The Southlake Police Department awarded Swisher its Meritorious Conduct Award, noting he said any officer would have acted similarly.