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Florida deputy saves 6-month-old baby in harrowing car crash

Baby Lola remains critical but showing progress, recognizing family.

A Florida deputy's heroic actions have captured the nation's attention after he saved a 6-month-old baby girl following a devastating crash. The incident occurred when a motorcyclist collided with the baby's mother's car at a staggering speed of 100 miles per hour. The harrowing body camera footage reveals the intense moment when the officer, who typically does not work the night shift, responded to the crash scene.

The deputy, Sergeant Dave Musgrove of Charlotte County, was on patrol when he witnessed the motorcyclist speeding past him and subsequently crashing into the vehicle ahead. Upon arriving at the scene, Sergeant Musgrove discovered the injured motorcyclist and the trapped baby girl, along with another child in critical condition. Despite the tragic loss of the motorcyclist, Sergeant Musgrove's immediate focus was on rescuing the children.

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