This story was originally published on MyNorthwest.com
Tacoma police body camera footage captured the dramatic moments when police rescued a man from a burning car after it crashed into a fence and a power pole Tuesday.
It happened at South I Street and South 96th Street.
The car was engulfed in flames, but a Tacoma police officer quickly pulled the man to safety. Once he was out, officers faced another danger—downed power lines that remained electrified.
Police quickly moved the man away from the wires. No one else was in the car.
Watch the dramatic rescue below.
Vehicle on Fire – Officers Jump Into Action Yesterday, Officers Celis and Correia responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a pole and fence in the 900 block of South 96th Street. When they arrived, the vehicle’s engine compartment was engulfed in flames. Seeing one occupant still inside, the officers acted quickly to pull him from the burning vehicle. Once he was out, they navigated downed wires to get him safely away from the fire. Incredible work by Officers Celis and Correia — your quick actions made all the difference! Take a look! #TacomaPD #GritCityCops #FirstOnScene
Posted by Tacoma Police Department on Wednesday, April 30, 2025
©2025 Cox Media Group
