Rescuing someone from a burning vehicle is difficult enough, but when the person being rescued puts up a fight it becomes even more dangerous.
On April 2, 2005, Police Officer Corey Krug was dispatched to a car fire at 805 Elk Street. He found a 1992 Buick with its engine on fire and a smoke-filled passenger compartment. Krug quickly requested Buffalo Fire assistance.
Krug couldn't tell if anyone was inside but the bartender at Mr. A's next door thought someone was. With the heavy smoke Krug couldn't wait for the fire company to arrive. With disregard for his own safety he opened the passenger car door and found a person inside. However, the occupant began to fight with the officer. Krug then went to the driver's side and was able to remove the occupant. All the while the fire was spreading.
By the time the officer removed 61-year-old occupant the vehicle was fully involved. Witnesses reported the vehicle exploded less than ten seconds after the man was pulled out.
The 100 Club of Buffalo recognizes Officer Corey Krug for his heroic action on April 2, 2005.
