Local Hero: Machinist Saves Co-Worker Injured On Job

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from JJ who nominated Andrew Launius of the Crystal Lake and Cary area. JJ is Launius' friend and thinks he deserve a shout out for his quick actions, which led to him saving a co-worker who became injured while at work.

Local hero’s full name

Andrew Launius

Local hero’s home state

IL

Local hero’s Patch

Crystal Lake-Cary

How do you know the local hero?

Friend

What does the local hero do?

Veteran, machinist

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

A coworker fell, sliced his head open very bad. Andrew saw everyone staring at guy. He then saw what had occurred. He hummed into action. He tore off his own shirt and wrapped the coworkers head to stop bleeding, directed someone to call 911. Told 911 to bring several units of O- to make sure it eas compatible. He saved the coworkers life by his actions. ER said he is alive because of Andrew's quick response and instruction.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

He is a nice guy, quiet. Will help anyone

Thank you for all you do, Andrew Launius!

Know someone making a difference in town? You can nominate them here.