Thursday, October 05, 2006


Ohio Police Officer Returns To Work With Artificial Leg

Officer Ryan Nagy of the Middleburg Heights, Ohio Police Department recently returned to work after losing his leg in a traffic crash that occurred while he was conducting a traffic stop on April 11, 2005.

A truck struck Nagy's police cruiser and pinned the officer between two vehicles. Nagy spent almost two months in the hospital.

Officer Nagy's desire to return to work is an excellent example of the dedication displayed by those in law enforcement.

Image taken by newsnet5. For additional details and a short video interview with Officer Nagy, go to newsnet5.com

In case you were wondering, the at-fault driver in the crash received an $800 fine for his actions.