Opelika- On Tuesday, Major John Hester of the Opelika Police Department addressed the Opelika Council to recognize Officer Cody Barr
“I’m honored to present Officer Cody Barr with the Lifesaver Award tonight,” said Hester. “On December 24, 2025, Officer Barr responded to a critical medical emergency involving a non-responsive three-month-old infant. Upon arrival, Officer Barr observed that the infant was unable to breathe and acted with immediate precision. Within 13 seconds, he successfully performed life-saving back blows to dislodge a complete airway obstruction in the infant.
Officer Barr’s calm decisiveness, along with his profound empathy for the infant’s mother, exemplifies the highest standards of the police profession. His refusal to seek recognition for this heroic act further reflects the humility and selfless character he brings to this department and to the citizens we serve,” Hester added.
“I’m proud to award the Lifesaver Award to Officer Cody Barr.”
Later that evening, the Opelika Police Department shared a post on social media recognizing Officer Barr for his incredible service.
