Deputy Quinn Alkoni and Nicholas Martinez bravely searched an Altadena senior living complex on January 8 as the Eaton Fire prompted evacuation orders. Body camera footage reveals their determined efforts to find residents amid the chaos. They ultimately located a 100-year-old deaf woman struggling to escape. Despite her challenges, the deputies ensured her safety, demonstrating their commitment and compassion during a crisis. Sheriff Robert Luna praised their swift response, highlighting the vital role of law enforcement in extreme situations and noting the extraordinary circumstances they faced while evacuating the vulnerable.
"Sheriff's department," Alkoni calls. "Anyone inside?" Alkoni rushes to a balcony window; for a moment, she's frozen. "Oh my gosh," she says, peering out the window where the fire can be seen raging with massive smoke billowing.
"Let's get you outta here," Martinez says. "Don't lose me," the woman says. "I promise, I won't," Martinez says. Alkoni also assures her they will not lose her.
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