Published July 18, 2026 at 9:09 PM ET · Updated July 20, 2026 at 4:05 AM ET
Texas officer rescues man from burning vehicle, earns meritorious award
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Body camera footage shows a Texas police officer pulling a man from a burning vehicle. The officer was awarded for meritorious conduct.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 d ago, when ABC News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 19 hr ago from The Gateway Pundit. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
