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Two Brazos County deputies awarded for saving choking man's life

Two off-duty Brazos County Sheriff's Office deputies were honored with Life Saving Awards for rescuing a choking man at a Daddy-Daughter Dance. Sgt. Zane Pedersen and Deputy Dillon Donaldson worked together to clear the man's airway and restore his breathing at the event in Bryan.

Where
Bryan, Brazos County
When
Oct. 28, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: Brazos

Taxes and money

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Who's involved

  • Sgt. Zane PedersenBrazos County Sheriff's Office deputy
  • Deputy Dillon DonaldsonBrazos County Sheriff's Office deputy
  • Brazos County Sheriff's Officeemployer and award-giving agency

The facts

  • Two Brazos County Sheriff's Office deputies received Life Saving Awards at annual awards ceremony.2
  • Sgt. Zane Pedersen and Deputy Dillon Donaldson attended Daddy-Daughter Dance at Brazos Center in Bryan.2
  • Deputies noticed a man choking and unable to breathe at the event.2
  • Deputies worked together to clear the man's airway and restore his breathing.2

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Brazos County Sheriff's Office Serving others doesn't end when the uniform comes off.2

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  • Brazos County officers earn life saving awards

    kcentv.com

  • Off-duty Brazos County deputies honored with Life Saving Award after choking rescue at Daddy-Daughter Dance

    KBTX News 3

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  1. Brazos County officers earn life saving awards kcentv.com Not rated, October 28, 2026
  2. Off-duty Brazos County deputies honored with Life Saving Award after choking rescue at Daddy-Daughter Dance KBTX News 3 Not rated, October 28, 2026

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