Decisive actions by trooper, city commissioner save deputy’s life

WINCHESTER, Ky. (WTVQ) – A Kentucky State Police trooper whose little-mentioned

Sheriff Charles recognizes Caudill, Commissioner Flynn.

actions almost three months ago saved a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy’s life is recognized along with the work of a Winchester City Commissioner who joined in the effort.

On the afternoon of Monday, October 26, 2020, Trooper Casey Caudill was patrolling on Boonesborough Road in Clark County, when he noticed traffic stopped near the Madison County line.

Trooper Caudill proceeded around traffic to further investigate and came upon  Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Charlie Douglass suffering a medical emergency.

The deputy was lying in the road next to his cruiser and was unresponsive.

Trooper Caudill summoned emergency responders and began performing CPR.

Sheriff Charles recognizes Caudill, Commissioner Flynn.

He continued providing life-saving measures until emergency medical services arrived.

The deputy was transported by Clark County EMS to Clark Regional Medical Center, where he was treated. He has since made a full recovery.

In presenting the award, Montgomery County Sheriff’ David Charles paid tribute not only to the trooper but also inter-agency cooperation.