Martinez Police Department

An Illinois, US resident has been hailed a hero for his brave act towards a complete stranger. Jose Martinez, 57, saved a driver from a burning car by pulling him out of the vehicle at the right time. A video posted on Facebook by Aurora Police Department shows the dramatic moment and it goes to show that not all superheroes wear capes.

Manjit Sappal, selected unanimously from a group of six finalists, will take over as Martinez city police chief on August 31, city authorities announced yesterday.

An Illinois, US resident has been hailed a hero for his brave act towards a complete stranger. Jose Martinez, 57, saved a driver from a burning car by pulling him out of the vehicle at the right time. A video posted on Facebook by Aurora Police Department shows the dramatic moment and it goes to show that not all superheroes wear capes.

Manjit Sappal, selected unanimously from a group of six finalists, will take over as Martinez city police chief on August 31, city authorities announced yesterday.