GARY, Ind. – Officers with the Lake County Sheriff’s Department rescued a dog from the roof of a three-story house in Gary, Indiana on Tuesday.
What we know:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said Officer Vicari was flagged down around 1 p.m. near 18th and Malcolm Drive after someone spotted a dog stranded on a rooftop.
Another officer, Sgt. Salomon, enlisted the help of nearby tree experts from Townsend Tree Company, who provided a boom lift to assist in the rescue.
With the company’s help, Officer Vicari safely brought the dog down without incident.
Gary Animal Control and Silver Strays have since taken custody of the dog.
What we don’t know:
The sheriff’s office has not confirmed whether the dog has an owner. It also remains unclear how the dog ended up on the roof.
What they’re saying:
Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. released the following statement:
“I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to both Officer Vicari and Sergeant Salomon for their bravery and compassion. We thank them for going above and beyond the call of duty! Also, a big thanks to Townsend Tree Company, Gary Animal Control, Silver Strays and all of the members of the community who pitched in to save the dog. It’s wonderful to see so many people working together to help an animal in need.”
The Source: Information from this article came from the Lake County Sheriff’s Department.
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