Two off-duty U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are being hailed as heroes after rescuing a four-year-old boy who had drowned in a hotel swimming pool on February 20.
According to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) press release, the agents were dining at a nearby restaurant in Plymouth when a woman rushed in seeking help for her unresponsive child. Without hesitation, the off-duty agents followed her to the pool and began administering CPR. They performed lifesaving measures for several minutes until local police officers and emergency medical personnel arrived.
According to officials, the child was transported to a nearby medical center, where he regained consciousness and is now alert and recovering. The Plymouth Police Department later issued a formal letter of recognition to ICE, commending the agents for their quick thinking and professionalism under pressure.
Lauren Bis, Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), praised the agents’ actions, emphasizing their training and dedication. “I want to take a moment to commend the heroism and swift action taken by these agents to save the life of a sweet, innocent child. If our agents had not been there and stepped up, this would have been a tragic outcome,” Bis said, adding, “Because of their training, these two agents were able to save a life. Our agents are the best of the best. Every single day they put their lives on the line to save American lives. President Trump and Secretary Noem will always stand with our law enforcement. If you see a law enforcement officer today, thank them for their service.”
The Department of Homeland Security expressed its gratitude toward law enforcement officers nationwide, highlighting their role in maintaining safety and security while serving the nation, writing “their commitment reflects the highest ideals of duty and sacrifice, and their bravery ensures Americans live in safer, more secure communities.”