Miami-Dade Officials Recognize Heroic Acts by Sheriff’s Lieutenant and School Teacher
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office (MDSO) honored Lieutenant Luis Correa Jr. and Lighthouse Ministry School physical education teacher William Varas for their life-saving actions. Correa is recognized for pulling an injured worker to safety after a deadly explosion at a county…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 30, 2026 —
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) has recognized two individuals for their exceptional bravery and quick thinking in critical situations. Lieutenant Luis Correa Jr. and Lighthouse Ministry School physical education teacher William Varas were honored for their life-saving actions, demonstrating commitment to community safety.
Lieutenant Luis Correa Jr. received commendation for his heroic efforts following a deadly explosion at a county facility located in Southwest Miami-Dade. In the aftermath of the incident, Correa is credited with swiftly pulling an injured worker to safety, an act that likely prevented further harm.
Similarly, William Varas was lauded for his decisive response in a classroom emergency. Varas, a physical education teacher at Lighthouse Ministry School, performed the Heimlich maneuver on a student who was choking on a bottle cap. His immediate and effective action is credited with saving the student’s life.
The recognitions highlight the critical roles played by both law enforcement officers and educators in ensuring the well-being of the community. Both Correa and Varas have been acknowledged for their courage and their ability to act decisively under pressure.
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