Roane County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Shayne Hurney has received the department’s Life Saving Award for his quick response earlier this year to an emergency involving a choking individual.

Upon arriving at the scene, Deputy Hurney promptly assessed the situation and correctly performed the Heimlich Maneuver. His decisive intervention cleared the man’s airway, successfully preventing a fatality. Sheriff Tim Phillips joined the department in publicly commending Deputy Hurney for his exemplary dedication and service to the community.