Three local Coast Guardsmen were honored for their off duty heroism at the Greater Long Beach Chapter Red Cross’ fourth annual Hometown Heroes ceremony Tuesday.
Petty Officer Second Cl*** Justin Brown, stationed in Long Beach, was honored for his lifesaving skills when his quick thinking and first aid training had a hand in saving the life of a gunshot victim outside Brown’s residence Jan. 8.
Seaman Alberto Castilleja and Fireman Sean Reisner were also honored for their part in saving a live December 15.
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