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Chilling video shows rescue of child trapped in Peoria apartment fire

By FOX 32 News
Updated  June 23, 2023 5:19pm CDT
Illinois
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Chilling video shows rescue of child trapped in Peoria house fire

An apartment fire broke out in central Illinois, resulting in a harrowing situation with a 5-year-old child trapped on the third floor.

PEORIA, Ill. - An apartment fire broke out in central Illinois on Tuesday, resulting in a harrowing situation with a 5-year-old child trapped on the third floor.

In a remarkable display of bravery and resourcefulness, neighbors quickly assembled a "catch basin" using a blanket, urging the child to jump to safety.

The building was engulfed in flames. The Peoria County Sheriff's Office has released body-camera footage of the intense rescue operation.

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Despite the deputies' attempts to access the stairwell, it was impassable due to the blaze. Thankfully, the young boy made a courageous decision and eventually jumped to safety, escaping the situation.