Monroe, NC – A Union County Sheriff’s Office detention officer is being hailed as a hero after saving a man’s life during an apparent overdose at a QuikTrip gas station in Gaston County earlier this week.
According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, Officer Tim Martin stopped at the QuikTrip while on duty for an inmate transport when a concerned customer alerted him to a possible medical emergency inside the restroom.
Without hesitation, Officer Martin entered and found an unconscious man showing signs of an overdose. Relying on his law enforcement and medical response training, he administered a dose of Narcan and began emergency aid efforts until Gaston County first responders arrived.
Paramedics administered a second dose of Narcan, and the man regained consciousness shortly afterward. Officer Martin remained with the individual, offering reassurance and support as he recovered.
Union County Sheriff Eddie Cathey publicly commended Officer Martin’s swift response and professionalism, noting that his willingness to act outside his home jurisdiction underscores the department’s dedication to community service.
“Even outside of our county, Officer Martin didn’t hesitate to act when someone was in need,” Sheriff Cathey said. “His actions are a powerful reminder of the commitment our Detention Division staff bring to the community.”
This incident serves as another example of how rapid use of Narcan — and quick thinking from trained officers — can make the difference between life and death in overdose emergencies.
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