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Idaho Falls Officer to be honored tonight for saving man from drug overdose

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The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Police Department.

IDAHO FALLS — Idaho Falls Police Officer Blaine Reed will receive the department’s “Life‐Saving”
Award for saving a 25‐year‐old man’s life after a drug overdose in March.

Officer Reed will be honored at the Idaho Falls City Council meeting on Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

“Officer Reed’s actions saved this man’s life and hopefully he’ll take the needed steps to fight his
addiction,” Idaho Falls Capt. Royce Clements said. “We are lucky to have an officer who cares so
much for people. His desire to keep our community safe is unwavering.”

On March 28, Officer Reed and other officers responded to a drug overdose at a residence in the
2100 block of First Street. Upon arrival, officers found a 25‐year‐old man unconscious and
unresponsive. Officer Reed began CPR on the man and was able to get a response before medics
arrived and took over treatment.

Officer Reed not only saved a life during that incident, but he also followed up on information
regarding the other individuals who were with the man but left prior to the police arriving. This
follow‐up led to appropriate drug‐related arrests.

“Officer Reed’s actions, professionalism and work ethic brings great credit to himself and our
department,” Idaho Falls Police Chief Mark McBride said. “We’re very proud of him.”
Officer Reed joined the IFPD in December 2015 after working seven years as a Fremont County
Deputy.

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