And assessed the situation. Officer Jenkins, a seasoned policeman with a calm demeanor, approached Lucas first, noticing the young man’s distressed state. Officer Rodriguez, his partner, spoke with Karen, who was still fuming over the damaged window.
Lucas explained everything to Officer Jenkins—the empty parking lot, the cries from the SUV, the unbearable heat, and his split-second decision to act. He recounted the panic he felt, fearing for the child’s life, as he shattered the window to rescue him.
