Laurens County 911 Marks Milestone: Successful CPR Save Achieved Following EMD Implementation

Laurens County 911 proudly announces its first successful CPR save since the implementation of Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) protocols on June 27, 2023.

December 13th, 2023, Honesty Godfrey, a 911 dispatcher, exhibited exceptional skill and professionalism during a critical emergency call, ultimately saving a life.

During the distressing call, a male caller reported that a female on site was unresponsive and experiencing cardiac arrest. Responding with promptness and clarity, Honesty Godfrey maintained composure and provided life-saving instructions for a duration of 7 minutes and 43 seconds, guiding the caller through CPR procedures.

The situation intensified when a Laurens County Deputy swiftly arrived on the scene and seamlessly took over compressions. This collaborative effort ensured continuous support until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel arrived.

Thanks to the coordinated response and the decisive actions of both Honesty Godfrey and the responding Deputy, the patient received vital care upon the arrival of EMS. Through their combined efforts, the patient was successfully resuscitated, marking a significant milestone for Laurens County 911 and underscoring the importance of effective emergency dispatch protocols.

Laurens County 911 extends its sincerest gratitude to Honesty Godfrey for her exceptional performance under pressure, as well as to the Deputy and all emergency responders involved in the successful outcome of this incident. Their dedication and professionalism exemplify the commitment to public safety that defines Laurens County’s emergency response community.

“We are proud of our dispatchers and their dedication and training, since the implementation of the EMD program. Honesty is our first dispatcher to have a successful save and we are very proud of her and her attention to details and the assistance that she provides to our community on a regular basis. Congratulations and we look forward to seeing her and our other dispatchers as they continue to help our community and help give lifesaving pre-arrival instructions.” – Director Chris McCord