Local Cop's Daring Rescue: Navy Vet Jumps into River to Save Kayaker

A Navy veteran and Sterling Heights police officer, Nikolas Bruno, performed a daring rescue of a woman from the Clinton River on May 10, 2025. Responding to a call about a capsized kayak, Officer Bruno arrived to find a woman clinging to a partially submerged tree, visibly panicked. "I need help!" she cried. Without hesitation, Bruno jumped into the river and pulled her to safety. The woman, whose identity hasn't been released, sustained minor injuries. "I'm so grateful," she said after the rescue, expressing her relief and thanks to the officer. The incident highlights the quick thinking and bravery of first responders in unexpected situations. The Sterling Heights Police Department released the bodycam footage, showcasing the heroic actions of Officer Bruno and the importance of swift emergency response.