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Sheriff Ricky Buchanan presented Dvorak with this award at the McDowell County Sheriff's Office Christmas dinner on Thursday, Dec. 8^th, 2022.

Dvorak has been serving as a deputy for the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office since September of 2021. Dvorak is assigned to the Patrol Division.

“During his time here, Dvorak has demonstrated his abilities to help others and has proven to be a true asset to this office”, stated Sheriff Ricky T. Buchanan. One of those highlights was on March 16^th.

On March 16^th, Dvorak responded to a “newborn cardiac arrest”.  Upon arrival, he was met in the driveway by several family members, one of which was carrying a 3-month-old motionless baby. Without hesitation, Dvorak took over care of the baby. He quickly assessed the baby and determined that the airway was blocked, causing respiratory distress. Dvorak preformed resuscitation breathes on the baby, unblocking the airway and allowing the airway functions to return to normal. The baby then opened its eyes and began breathing normally.

Dvorak’s quick and selfless actions earned him this honorable title for the year. His response that night helped ensure a speedy recovery for the baby girl.