Cohasset police officer helps with medical emergency on flight

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COHASSET
Officer Paul Wilson is in Atlanta representing the Cohasset Police Department at the National Opioid Conference. District Attorney Michael Morrissey was gracious enough to extend an invitation to Officer Wilson and pay his tuition to the conference.

The following email was sent to Chief William Quigley from a flight attendant on Officer Wilson’s Delta flight Sunday night (March 27).

Dear Chief William Quigley:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing because of an outstanding officer (who was off duty) rose to the challenge when one could have heard a pin drop (on one of the loudest planes).
Officer Paul Wilson was flying on Delta when we had a medical emergency onboard. After we made an announcement requesting assistance from any Doctor onboard, there was no response. I then made an announcement requesting anyone in the medical field, nurse or EMT.
Officer Wilson graciously came to the back. When he offered his service, I immediately questioned him (and surprised him) by asking to see his credentials. You never can be too careful, so I checked his badge and license.
We had a very sick young lady and like a professional, Officer Wilson used his experience and knowledge to assess the situation. He was careful and calm, instantly creating a safe and secure atmosphere.
It was as if he were part of the crew — communicating, assessing and evaluating the incidence. He was helpful and attentive. Officer Wilson kept an eye on this traveler throughout the remainder of the flight — even during final descent and after landing.
In today’s world where so much hate and terror are manifested, it’s truly a blessing to know that there are people like Officer Wilson that are willing to offer help without expecting anything in return.
He is an example of an outstanding American and is a great representation of the Cohasset Police Department. The members of law enforcement risk their lives every day but even off duty, Officer Wilson chose to be a hero for the greater good of our mankind.
Thank you for instilling faith and hope in our society. For this, I truly thank you and I know that sick young lady and the rest of my crew thanks you as well, Officer Wilson.
Virginia Estelle Mathios

Cohasset Police and Fire Rescue Man Trapped in Swamp

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COHASSET, MA – The Cohasset Police and Fire/Rescue Departments were notified at 7:42 p.m. on February 25, 2016 by the South Shore Emergency Communications Center that a 29 year old Weymouth man became lost in Wompatuck State Park after being on his bicycle for several hours inside the park. Based upon cell phone locations determined through the enhanced 911 system, the SRRECC determined that the victim was in the vicinity of the power lines behind the water treatment plant on King St. and was trapped in marsh water.

Cohasset Police SGT Christy Tarantino, acting as the incident commander, marshaled resources from the Cohasset Police and Fire/Rescue Departments, Scituate and Hingham Police K-9 units, the Massachusetts Environmental Police and the Massachusetts State Police Airwing with the support and assistance of the Cohasset Emergency Management Agency.

Cohasset Police SGT Jeffrey Treanor and PO Jay St. Ives entered the woods off of King St. and walked the power lines for over a mile until they were able to locate the subject. The Massachusetts State Police Airwing responded to illuminate the scene for Cohasset Fire/Rescue personnel and Environmental Police LT Matt Bass who arrived with an off-road vehicle. These personnel entered through the Doane St. entrance to the park and were able to pull the victim from the water and transport him to an ambulance. Cohasset SGT Jeff Treanor and PO Jay St. Ives both entered the freezing cold water in a marsh, PO ST. Ives up to his waist, an effort to reach the victim.

Due to everyone’s combined efforts, the victim was rescued and was determined to be not seriously injured. He was transported to a location in Cohasset after being examined by Cohasset paramedics where he was picked up by a friend.

Detective Lieutenant Gregory Lennon stated, “This was a classic example of a number of police and fire agencies coming together to combine their resources and expertise to effect a rescue. Due to the weather, the victim may very well have succumbed to exposure if he had not been located in time. I am very proud of the leadership shown by our command staff on scene in addressing this situation as well as the police officers who risked their personal safety to rescue this victim.”