Heroes
State Trooper’s Swift CPR Saves Choking Baby

Quick Smiles:
- A State Trooper’s quick action saves a baby’s life who had stopped breathing.
- Trooper Cameron Ponder was on his routine patrol when he noticed a car speeding and swerving.
- After successful CPR, baby Elyssa, in the arms of her mom, took her first breath after minutes of silence.
We often hear about the dark side of our world, but let’s not forget about those who stand in the spotlight of bravery and integrity, like State Trooper Cameron Ponder. On his routine patrol, he never anticipated playing a pivotal role in a life-or-death situation.
Trooper Ponder noticed a car speeding and swerving, immediately triggering his law enforcement instincts. The driver appeared panicked and careless, prompting Trooper Ponder to stop the vehicle thinking it was a typical case of impaired driving.
However, what unfolded next was far from routine. “I thought I was going to be dealing with a DUI or something, but when she started screaming that her baby can’t breathe, I went into a different mode,” Ponder shared.
After the mother, Monica Johnson, explained the situation, Trooper Ponder transitioned from law enforcement mode to life-saving mode. In the backseat lay baby Elyssa, unconscious and struggling to breathe.
As a father himself, Ponder knew the gravity of the situation. “Anytime you hear that a child’s involved, especially a one-year-old child who’s not breathing… it just amps up the intensity,” he said.
Not wasting a moment, Ponder began administering CPR. His hands, trained for life-threatening scenarios, moved quickly, performing chest compressions while trying to comfort the distressed mother.
“There was no thinking, just reacting. As a State Trooper, we’re often equipped to handle emergencies. This time, it was about saving a little life,” Ponder expressed, reflecting on the incident.
After minutes of dedicated efforts, baby Elyssa took her first breath. The silence that filled the air broke with her crying. It was a melody to everyone’s ears, a sign of life, a sigh of relief.
“Her crying was probably the best sound I’ve ever heard in my life,” explained Ponder, emotion evident in his voice.
Today, Trooper Cameron Ponder is more than a law enforcement officer; he’s a hero. His story serves as a lighthouse of hope, reminding us that there are helpers in every corner, ready to dive into action when necessary. His bravery is a lesson to us all that, even in the midst of turmoil and panic, a calm mind and swift action can lead to the brightest outcomes.

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