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'Fearless' EMT Helps Keep Point Pleasant Safe

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight EMTs, firefighters and police officers who go the extra mile.

Point Pleasant, New Jersey — New Jersey’s first responders work tirelessly to protect and serve their communities. That’s why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight EMTs, firefighters and police officers who go the extra mile.

This submission comes from Allie Runtas who nominated Edwin Peters of Point pleasant.

If you know a hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a first responder for a chance to be featured in our Heroes Who Serve series!

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What is the hero’s name?

Edwin Peters

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How do you know the first responder?

Father

Tell us about the first responder and how they serve the community.

My dad is an EMT for the Point Pleasant EMS squad. He’s often recognized for having the highest number of response calls in a given quarter. He’s also the captain of Chadwick beach for the past 35+ years where he has saved countless lives through swift action and rigorously training his guards to be on the look out. He’s been featured often on the news for some of the rescues he’s helped coordinate.

What three words best describe the first responder?

Hard working, determined, fearless

We’re fortunate in New Jersey to have first responders like Edwin Peters working tirelessly to keep us safe. If you know a local hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a local hero to be featured on Patch.

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