Erie man recognized for saving the life of injured Erie man
You may remember our report on an Erie man's quick thinking that saved a man with a potentially life-threatening wound in early March and now, he's been recognized for his actions.
The Kiwanis Club of Erie presented Keanw Olivo with their Distinguished Service Award Tuesday.
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On his way to work in early February, a man caught his attention asking for help. That man, who was home alone, had a deep laceration around his hands.
He was able to get the man the care he needed while making a makeshift tourniquet helping to stop the bleeding.
'It's just small recognition for the act of kindness. I didn't even expect to get any recognition,' said Keanw Olivo, Service Award recipient. 'I didn't expect it to ripple down all the way through March, but I appreciate it. They just want everyone to know that good is still out there.'
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Along with the award, the Kiwanis Club also made Olivo an honorary member of the group and awarded him with a check for one month of rent.
They're also helping to replace the sweatshirt Olivo used to make the tourniquet.
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