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Cop Who Saved Baby's Life Becomes Her Godfather

A police officer has become the godfather of a baby whose life he saved.

The photo of Greenville, Georgia officer Kenneth Knox holding the 2-month-old baby girl has gone viral. He says he was dispatched to a home in Georgia where Ma'Yavi Parham was choking on cereal.

Knox did reverse CPR and was able to save the child's life.

I would like to take the time to introduce everyone to miss Parham. she is a 2 month old beautiful baby girl. last night...

Posted by Kenneth Knox on Sunday, September 25, 2016

A week later, he announced the child's parents asked him to be her godfather.

I would love to tell everyone who has shared, really posted or commented on this miracle.. I have officially beenough...

Posted by Kenneth Knox on Sunday, October 2, 2016

 

 

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