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Caught On Camera: New Jersey State Troopers Rescue Teen Stuck In Frigid Marsh

ALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- Three New Jersey State troopers pulled off an incredible rescue to help a teenager stuck in a frigid marsh.

It happened in Alloway Township, Salem County, late Sunday night.

Troopers responded to a report of a 14-year-old boy who ran away from home.

They found the teen trapped waist dep in the water, breathing slowly and unresponsive.

State Troopers Rescue Teen Stranded in Frigid Marsh Three New Jersey State Troopers rescued a 14-year-old boy who was...

Posted by New Jersey State Police on Tuesday, February 23, 2021

He was pulled to safety and taken to a local hospital.

He is expected to make a full recovery.

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