At this afternoon’s Lakewood Fire District Board meeting, firefighter Justin Carlsen was recognized for his off-duty life-saving efforts while at the Asbury Park Half Marathon, where a runner collapsed at the finish line. Carlsen, alongside other bystanders, immediately began performing CPR and providing life-saving care until additional help arrived. His quick actions helped save the runner’s life, and the victim ultimately survived.

In addition to the recognition from the Fire District, Lakewood Township Committeeman and Emergency Services Liaison Meir Lichtenstein presented Carlsen with a proclamation on behalf of the Township Committee recognizing his life-saving efforts.

Additionally, four newly hired career firefighters and one volunteer firefighter were sworn in. All five are already certified firefighters.

Those who took the oath of office are:

• Binyomin M. Rottenstreich (Volunteer)
• Lambros A. Komitas
• Donald J. MacCarrick
• Patrick D. Mannion
• Scott M. Olesen