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Oct-19-2009 13:04printcomments

Salem Man Pulls Woman from Burning Car

"Nickolas received numerous cuts to his hands and it is believed his actions saved Destiny's life" - Lt. Sheila Lorance MCSO

Honda in crash during which man saved woman's life
Photos of burned Honda courtesy: Marion County Sheriff's Office

(SALEM, Ore.) - Deputies say a Salem man saved a woman's life over the weekend by pulling her from a burning car. Saturday at 2:42 a.m. the Marion County Sheriff's Office responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on Highway 22 at Joseph Street SE.

Lt. Sheila Lorance with the Marion County Sheriff's Office, says deputies arriving on the scene found the 2005 Honda Civic was on its side, completely engulfed in flames and heavy damage on all sides.

Salem Fire personnel were on scene extinguishing the flames and were with the driver, 21 year old Destiny Edwards of Mill City, keeping her stable until medics arrived.

Lorance says deputies made contact with 19-year old Nickolas Edwards (no relation to Destiny Edwards) of Salem who said he did not witness the crash but saw the vehicle off the road and on its side.

"When he got closer to the vehicle he could see flames coming from the engine department and see that Destiny was stuck inside. He ran to the car and could hear her screaming for help so he started kicking the windshield until he was able to force a crack in it. Nickolas then used his hands to pry the windshield open enough so he could help pull Destiny out of the car."

He then helped her get away from the car and assisted until paramedics arrived, Lorance said.

"Nickolas received numerous cuts to his hands and it is believed his actions saved Destiny's life."

She says Destiny was transported to the Salem Hospital with several lacerations to her head and face.

"Deputy Nick Hunter made contact with her at the scene and again at the hospital. As he continued the investigation into the crash he determined Destiny had been driving under the influence of intoxicants (alcohol) and she was charged with DUII and issued a citation at the hospital."




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Destiny January 2, 2010 10:03 pm (Pacific time)

I know this story is old and not many people visit this site, but for those of you who do I am Destiny Edwards. I thank God everyday for sparing my life and sending Nick to save me that night! I dont know why my life was spared but i am very thankful and I have learned from this experience and I will never drive drunk again. As for Nick you know I am very greatful you were sent to me that night! I will keep you in my heart for my life time cause it took a lot of courage and strenghth to do what you did and if it wasnt for you I wouldnt be here today and be able to share my story with other young people and tell them the dangers of drinking and driving! I know that many of you probably dont believe me thats fine your not me and dont know me and i know what i went through that night and am still going through and will be going through for the rest of my life and you and me both will never know what Nick went through that night!

Editor: For people reading this, please dismiss the "not many people visit this site" line.  We went out of our way to interview this guy and give credit to everyone on this story, not cool.


Daniel October 19, 2009 2:02 pm (Pacific time)

Nice to see a story about heroism for a change . Nickolas thank you for your selfless action and bravery , you make the world a better place . Destiny I hope you have a quick recovery , but for god sake lay off the booze if you can not control it . You also owe a HUGH debt to Nickolas , you are really lucky he was there !


Vic October 19, 2009 1:56 pm (Pacific time)

Awesome, Nickolas....you are a real hero !

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