Akron Officer Honored After Saving Choking Worker With Heimlich Maneuver

AKRON, Ohio – The Akron Police Department has recognized Officer Amber Lowe as its June Officer of the Month after she rescued a choking worker during a medical emergency outside a local business.

According to the department, the incident occurred on June 30 when Lowe pulled into the parking lot of Ken Stewart’s Grille. As she exited her vehicle, an employee from the nearby Take 5 Oil Change flagged her down and reported that a co-worker was actively choking.

Quick response prevented tragedy

Recognizing the medical emergency, Lowe immediately performed...