On Jan. 26, 2025, the Gorham Police Department received a report of a young child running barefoot and without a jacket along Huston Road in freezing 26-degree temperatures. Sgt. David Bruni & Officer Denison responded to the scene where they found Finn Henderson and Lucia Holloway stopped on the side of the road.

Finn had pulled over to help, nearly witnessing the child get struck by a truck. The area was dark and somewhat remote, making the situation even more dangerous. Without hesitation, Finn and Lucia got the child out of the cold and stayed with him until the police arrived. Despite the child being autistic and nonverbal, they were able to provide officers with all the necessary information. Fortunately, Sgt. Bruni and Officer Denison were able to locate the child’s guardian, and he was safely returned to his residence.

Thanks to Finn and Lucia’s quick thinking and selfless actions, they undoubtedly saved this young boy’s life. Today, members of the Gorham High School administration and some student body members, along with Sergeant Bruni and several officers from the police department, gathered to recognize their bravery. In appreciation of their heroic efforts, Finn and Lucia were presented with a Gorham Police Department “Commendation of Merit.”