CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — Police in Florida released video of an officer rescuing a missing girl with autism.
The 8-year-old became lost while visiting Clearwater, Florida, with her family earlier this month.
The girl was found in a construction area behind a hotel, standing on large rocks at the water’s edge. Body camera video shows an officer pulling her to safety.
“We’re grateful for his quick response and dedication to keeping our community safe,” Clearwater Police said on social media.
Police said that if she had fallen into the water, it was likely the girl would have drowned in the dangerous current.