Two dogs were rescued from a burning Central Islip home on Monday morning thanks to heads up actions by a Suffolk County Police officer and a Town of Islip employee.
Tim Alver, a Town of Islip employee who was replacing a stop sign at the corner of Wilson Boulevard and Sycamore Street, noticed smoke emanating from a nearby home and ran to the house to attempt to make contact with occupants. After encountering locked doors and no response, Alver flagged down a passing motorist who called 911.
Upon arrival, Third Precinct Officer Sergio Rivera kicked in a rear door after hearing dogs barking inside and rescued the homeowner’s two dogs. Probationary Police Officer John Iaccino, who graduated from the academy less than two weeks ago, then entered the home to ensure there were no other occupants inside. Three chickens were also rescued from the home during the incident.
Arson Section detectives are investigating the cause of the fire, which does not appear criminal in nature at this time.
A big thank you to everyone involved!
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