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4 Eden Prairie firefighters recognized with national award for saving infant from burning townhome
By Cory Knudsen at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
Four Eden Prairie firefighters have been recognized for saving an infant from a burning townhome two years ago.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota recognized Assistant Fire Chiefs Justin Johnson and Matt Worthington, who was a captain at the time, and firefighters Joshua ...
Key takeaway On May 31, 2024, the four men were among the first to respond to a fire on the 8500 block of Cardiff Lane in Eden Prairie.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The recognition of these four Eden Prairie firefighters as "Hometown Heroes" is a testament to the bravery and selflessness of local emergency responders. Their actions on that day in 2024, entering a burning townhome without hesitation to rescue a 9-month-old infant, exemplify the high standards of service that residents of the Twin Cities expect from their public safety personnel. The fact that the child has survived and is thriving today is a direct result of the quick thinking and decisive action of Assistant Fire Chiefs Justin Johnson and Matt Worthington, and firefighters Joshua Privette and Michael Do. This incident also highlights the importance of effective emergency response and the need for continued support and resources for local fire departments. As the community continues to grow and evolve, it is essential that public safety services keep pace, and this award serves as a reminder of the critical role that firefighters play in keeping residents safe.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Four Eden Prairie firefighters have been recognized for saving an infant from a burning townhome two years ago.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota recognized Assistant Fire Chiefs Justin Johnson and Matt Worthington, who was a captain at the time, and firefighters Joshua ...
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