Police bodycam shows rescue of 3-month-old locked inside car in White Plains
White Plains police rescue baby accidentally locked into car in parking garage.
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A 3-month-old baby is safe after being rescued from a locked vehicle in a parking garage near the White Plains Target.
Newly released police bodycam video shows officers responding after the infant was accidentally locked inside the car.
"They were in the area. They recognized the urgency of the call, responded right away. We believe this was just an unfortunate accident, which can happen to anybody," said White Plains Public Safety Capt. Vincenzo Battaglia.
Police said officers were able to get both the child and the vehicle's keys out within two minutes.
"This is just a testament to our officers," said White Plains PBA Lt. John Guastella.
The baby was quickly reunited with its mother.
No injuries were reported.
Police are reminding drivers to always make sure they have their keys before closing a vehicle door.
Officials also stress that children and pets should never be left alone in a parked vehicle.
If a child or pet becomes locked inside a vehicle, police say to call 911 immediately.
