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in the torso, arm and leg, the release states. Both o cers returned re, and Valles-Dominguez escaped.

Farmer, who was aware of the severity of Snook’s injuries, dragged Snook to safety and transported him to the hospital, according to the police department.

A subsequent investigation showed that Valles-Dominguez hid for several hours in the apartment complex and then carjacked a motorist and left the scene, according to the news release.

He was captured a few days later at an RV home in Brighton.

“ e defendant’s actions showed no regard for human life,” Chief Deputy District Attorney Jason Siers said in the press release. “While O cer Snook suffered serious injuries, it’s a miracle no one was killed.”

In May, President Joe Biden awarded Farmer a Medal of Valor, the highest national award for valor by a public safety o cer, for helping save Snook’s life during the incident.

Sentencing for Valles-Dominguez is scheduled for Sept. 25.