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Published on January 16, 2025
Duncanville Police Lieutenant McCarty Earns Life-Saving Bar for Quick Action in Suicide Attempt CrisisSource: Duncanville Police Department

Duncanville's own Lieutenant McCarty has been recognized with the prestigious Life-Saving Bar for his heroic actions during a tense and critical incident. The award highlights his quick thinking and decisive response in a moment where every second counted.

According to the Duncanville Police Department's Facebook post, alongside Officer Gomez, Lt. McCarty was first on the scene of a distressing call, where a male individual had attempted suicide and was critically injured upon officers' arrival they found he had severely cut his arm with a knife. Lt. McCarty, together with Officer Gomez, worked swiftly to apply a tourniquet that was crucial in stopping further blood loss and maintaining the victim's life, a move that may have made all the difference.

The Duncanville Police Department's social media post goes further in praising the officers, stating that their actions transcended beyond just the call of duty: "Their actions not only saved a life but also ensured the individual received the help and support he needed." Lt. McCarty and Officer Gomez were thanked for their "compassion, professionalism, and dedication to our community." These sentiments offered a glimpse into the character and commitment of the Duncanville police force to their community’s welfare.