Jackson County FedEx Driver Honored for Saving Child from Dog Attack
The Jackson County Board of Commissioners presented a Lifesaving Award to FedEx driver Chris Matthews Wednesday for saving a girl from a dog attack.
While delivering packages in Jacksonville around noon December 6, 2024, Chris saw a girl being mauled by two Cane Corso dogs inside a pen. Without hesitation, he ran toward the danger, shouting to draw the dogs’ attention and calling for help.
With the aid of nearby workers, he entered the enclosure, distracted the dogs, and pulled the critically injured child to safety so she could receive emergency medical care.
The girl has since made a full recovery. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is proud to honor Chris for his extraordinary courage and life-saving actions on that day, saying Chris’s heroism reflects the best values of courage, compassion, and responsibility.
Posted on 9/25/25 12:24PM by Alex Bauer
