Woodville Fisherman Helps Rescue Dog After Crash on Dam B Bridge

Photos Courtesy of Beech Grove VFD.

At approximately 10:43 a.m. on this rainy Friday morning, Beech Grove Volunteer Fire Department and first responders were dispatched to a one-vehicle accident on Highway 190 West at the Dam B bridge.

According to Beech Grove Fire Chief James Gunter, the female driver—whose name has not been released—struck the concrete guardrail, resulting in a single-vehicle crash. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a Beaumont-area hospital for treatment.

Also in the vehicle was a 2-pound poodle who, following the crash, made a dramatic leap into the lake. Chief Gunter described it as a “swan dive.” Several emergency responders entered the water in an attempt to rescue the dog, but the tiny swimmer continued to evade them.

Fortunately, a Good Samaritan fisherman—Jack Thompson of Woodville—noticed the responders and stepped in to help. From his boat, Thompson was able to assist in safely rescuing the dog. The pup was uninjured, though understandably shaken and soaking wet.

The scene has since been cleared. Big thanks to all the emergency crews and to Mr. Thompson for going above and beyond to help save the day!