Boy, 14, Saved From Multi-Unit House Fire In Lisle

Lisle IL

23 September, 2020

2:09 AM

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LISLE, IL — A Lisle police officer rescued a 14-year-old boy who was trapped inside a multi-unit home after a fire broke out in the 2700 block of Wayfaring Lane late Tuesday. Police said in a Facebook post that Officer Bill Wise, a 21-year veteran of the force, was nearby and quickly arrived at the scene of the fire. Wise forced way through a blocked basement window and pulled the boy out of the small window to safety, fire officials said in a news release. via Sara Sadat Lisle Trustee Sara Sadat thanked first responders in a statement. Sadat told Patch, "As a resident of Lisle, I am so proud of our first responders who don't hesitate in their service to their community. I wish a quick recovery to the young man and the police officer who acted swiftly in the commission of his duties showing bravery and selflessness... a true representation of the heroes we have in our police department." The officer and the boy were taken to a local hospital, where they were treated for smoke inhalation. Police officials say both the boy and the officer are expected to recover. Official Media Release September 23, 2020 Structure Fire / 2700 block Wayfaring Lane - On Tuesday, September 22, at...Posted by Lisle Police Department on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 The cause of the fire is still under investigation.