(La Porte, IN) - Police saved the life of a teenager hanging from the edge of the U.S. 35 overpass in downtown La Porte over the weekend.

 

The girl was threatening suicide when officers showed up Saturday afternoon.  Police said two officers grabbed her by each arm and held on as she dangled from the overpass, close to 30 feet above the ground. 

 

Soon, the other two officers assisted in hanging on to the girl.

 

About five minutes later, firefighters reached her from a ladder truck and brought her down in a bucket to safety, allegedly resisting their efforts per La Porte Fire Chief Andy Snyder.

 

La Porte Police Chief Paul Brettin spike about the actions of his officers.

 

“It’s outstanding. They didn’t think of their own welfare. They’re going to be commended for this,” he said.

 

The officers involved were Ryan Helmecy, Adam Jaskowiak, Justin Dyer and Taylor Atkinson. 

 

The girl was taken to the hospital for evaluation.