Mountie steps in to save choking man
CBC News
Posted: Nov 27, 2012 7:34 AM NT
Last Updated: Nov 27, 2012 11:10 AM NT
An RCMP officer is being credited with saving a life in central Labrador on Monday night, after a man eating a cookie found himself choking.
Police say they responded to a report of the choking man shortly before 9 p.m.
It took several thrusts with the Heimlich manoeuvre before the Mountie was able to clear the man's airway.
In a statement, the RCMP said the choking man, 27, was fine and "thankful for the quick action of police."
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