Conrad Henry of Hamilton, Ontario has earned the 2008 Bridgestone Firestone Canadian Truck Hero Award, which was presented to him in November at the annual meeting of the Ontario Trucking Association in Toronto. The award includes a trophy and $3,000, plus an additional $3,000 donated to the charity of his choice.
In October 2007, Henry noticed a car on fire near Munroe, Ohio. When he attempted to put out the flames, he noticed a semi-conscious driver inside, and fought through the smoke to rescue him. The state police credited Henry with saving the man’s life.
“Truck drivers have a long history of heroic acts,” said Jim West, general manager, Commercial Products, Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions. “Since 1956, our company has made a commitment to honouring people like Mr. Henry who go to extraordinary measures to help a fellow motorist in distress.”
