Officer Saves Six People from Burning Building in Syracuse

Leo Canega

SYRACUSE, NY – Officer Joseph Hilliker is being recognized for his bravery and courage after saving six people from a burning building on Coykendall Avenue on yesterday morning. Officer Hilliker was the first person on the scene and was informed that six people were still inside the upstairs apartment.

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Officer Hilliker ran up the outside staircase, banging on the apartment door to alert the residents. All six individuals were able to evacuate safely due to his efforts. The Syracuse Fire Department arrived shortly after to extinguish the flames. Officer Hilliker described his actions as second nature to him and his fellow officers.

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