COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO Joseph R. Nardone recognized two Airport Police officers for their heroic, life-saving actions.
“I am incredibly proud to recognize Officers Tyler Starling and Freedom Chrisman for their heroic actions that saved two lives at John Glenn International,” said Nardone. “Their quick thinking and decisive responses exemplify the dedication of our entire Public Safety team to protect the health and safety of our community. We are deeply grateful for their service and unwavering commitment.”
On Friday, December 7, 2024, Officer Tyler Starling responded to a medical emergency report in the Green Lot involving a passenger. When Officer Starling arrived on the scene, he observed passengers trying to perform CPR on someone lying on the ground. Officer Starling was advised the individual had no pulse and was not breathing. He immediately and expertly took over CPR compressions until medics arrived and then assisted them with applying an auto compression device. As medics loaded the passenger into an ambulance, the pulse returned, and the individual began moving.
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, Officer Freedom Chrisman responded to a medical emergency report at the Residence Inn on International Gateway. Officer Chrisman and others arrived before medics and observed an unresponsive man who was breathing shallowly. Officer Chrisman quickly administered a dose of lifesaving Narcan, a treatment that can reverse the effects of a drug overdose. Seeing a slight improvement, Officer Chrisman administered a second dose after which the individual became fully responsive.
Officer Starling’s and Officer Chrisman’s prompt responses reflect the highest values and goals of our Airport Police, the Public Safety team, and the entire Columbus Regional Airport Authority.
