08/11/2026
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On Tuesday, August 4th, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Bridgeport Police Sergeant Anderson and Officer Hill were requested by the Wise County Sheriff’s Office to assist with a suspicious person incident along Farm to Market Road #2952 in Wise County.
Upon arrival, officers met with a WCSO Deputy, Sergeant Moran, on scene and determined that an unknown vehicle had driven through the property. Unsure of the circumstances or the subject’s motive, officers decided to deploy a drone for surveillance. However, at that time, officers observed smoke in the wooded area south of their location. Officers immediately and without hesitation ran to investigate.
Officers located a vehicle in a deep embankment that was on fire with one occupant inside. Sergeant Anderson deployed his baton, eventually breaking the window to gain access and assist the occupant.
Once the glass was removed, law enforcement officers worked tirelessly to rescue the occupant. Despite extreme heat and smoke, officers persisted in pulling the occupant from the vehicle. Eventually, the occupant crawled from the vehicle as officers assisted him to safety.
The occupant was treated at the scene by Wise County EMS and area fire personnel. He was later transported to a Dallas/Fort Worth medical facility for treatment. Medical personnel have indicated that he remains in critical condition.
“The video compilation is a great depiction of the danger our First Responders face daily. Despite the extreme conditions and the circumstances of the call, these officers were laser-focused on saving this subject’s life! They responded with extreme valor, risking their lives for the citizen. I’m very proud of their sincere dedication to serve ALL citizens - with honor. I look forward to recognizing these officers in the near future.” - Chief Stanford
Wise County Messenger City of Bridgeport, TX Brandon Todd Fox 4 FOX 4 News My NBC5 WFAA
