Dispatcher receives award for helping deliver baby over the phone

DEXTER, MO (KFVS) - A southeast Missouri woman who works at Stoddard County Ambulance District was recognized for assisting a mother in delivering her baby over the phone.

Crystal Gibson received the “Star of Life” award, Communication Divisions “Employee of the Year” award and also received a stork pin.

Stoddard County Ambulance District says because of Lt. Gibson’s quick reaction, knowledge of EMD protocols and general compassion for people a healthy baby was brought into the world with her assistance.