Selden, NY - January 8, 2016 - Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore (R-Ronkonkoma) recently recognized a Selden volunteer firefighter, Richie L. Zdenek of Selden for his heroic actions that saved a co-worker’s life. A proclamation was presented to the 9-year Selden Fire Department volunteer to commemorate the event.
On November 20, 2015, while at the Brooklyn VA Hospital where he is employed, Firefighter Zdenek saw a fellow employee collapse to the ground. Determining the man was in cardiac arrest, Zdenek immediately began to administer CPR until help arrived.
"It was Richie’s quick thinking and bravery that helped save the victims’ life,” stated Legislator Tom Muratore. “Firefighter Zdenek exemplified heroism in his conduct, and is a great asset to the Selden Fire Department. His recognition is well deserved, and I thank him for his volunteerism. I’d also like to wish the cardiac arrest victim a speedy and full recovery.”