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Park Police rescue distraught man
Yesterday, New York State Park Police - Niagara Zone responded to a report of a male underneath the Rainbow Bridge who was about to jump from the ledge. Upon arrival, Officer Cali observed the male over the railing and fencing standing at the edge. He tried to make conversation, but the male would not speak with patrol. The male was getting closer to the edge and was standing looking down with his feet over the edge. Sergeant Berardi arrived on scene and Officer Cali had him hold him by his gun belt, as he climbed to the top rail and grabbed the male from the edge. Cali pulled the male toward the fence and railing. The male resisted and both Cali and Berardi hung on until Officer Mack arrived and as a team, they were able to pull the male over the rail and fence to safety. The male was transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
The New York State Park Police stand in solidarity with those who are experiencing mental health distress and offer our commitment to help individuals get the support they need and deserve.
