Elderly Woman Rescued From Swamp

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office releasing bodycam footage of their deputies rescuing a missing woman in a swampy area in Tampa.

Sheriff Chad Chronister says deputies used infrared cameras and guided ground units to find the woman, who has Alzheimers, at around 2 a.m. Saturday.

Initially, the woman waves them off and looks away before allowing deputy to lift her and walk out of the swamp.

Sheriff Chad Chronister added the incident highlights their specialized units and technology's critical role in ensuring the safety of our community.