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Liam Buckler

Cop almost dies three times a month after mystery bacteria found in lung

A police officer has been "on the brink of death three times this month" after doctors found a mysterious bacteria in his lung.

Michael Dodd, from Conway, Arkansas, US, started to feel unwell after he developed a dry cough while working the Memorial Day weekend.

The 37-year-old didn't think much of it and continued to attend his child's football game when he suddenly stated to get hot chills, according to wife, Laura.

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