Winthrop Police Officer Assists Choking Infant

A Winthrop Police officer helped save a choking baby on Tuesday just minutes after completing CPR refresher training.

A little after 11 a.m. Tuesday, the Winthrop Police and Fire Departments were notified by 911 call that a 1-month-old infant was choking at a home on Sunset Road.

Winthrop Police and Firefighters responded immediately. Officer Robert Jaworski, a 30-year veteran of the Winthrop Police Department, was first to arrive on scene. Jaworski, who had just left his CPR refresher training approximately 10 minutes before, used his training and experience to dislodge a substance from the child’s throat, allowing the child to breathe.

The child and a parent were then transported to Massachusetts General Hospital for evaluation.

“Officer Jaworski’s prompt response and application of back thrusts to the unresponsive infant were nothing short of extraordinary, and undoubtedly played a crucial role in ensuring the baby’s well-being,” said Fire Chief Scott Wiley.

“The professionalism, courage and skill shown by Officer Jaworski in a critical moment was truly commendable,” said Police Chief Terence Delehanty. “Winthrop is incredibly fortunate to have dedicated and compassionate first responders like Officer Jaworski patrolling our streets and ensuring the safety of our residents.”