Heart-pounding bodycam footage has captured the moment officers rescued a young girl fleeing from her mother in what police are calling a “high-risk domestic situation.”
The video shows the child running toward responding officers after a call reported possible abuse in the home. With visible fear, she sought safety as officers quickly shielded her and escorted her away from the scene.
According to police, the mother had been involved in prior incidents of violence and posed a significant danger to the child. Authorities have not released her name but confirmed she was taken into custody on charges related to child endangerment.
“This was a dangerous situation that could have escalated quickly,” said [Police Spokesperson]. “The bravery of this young girl in running for help, and the swift actions of our officers, ensured she is now safe.”
Child protective services are now working with family members to secure a safe environment for the girl.
The footage, widely shared on social media, has sparked an outpouring of support for the child — and renewed conversations about the critical role of police bodycams in exposing and preventing abuse.