Probation Officer Saves Hockey Teammate | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

A Nevada County probation officer, Ben Hertel, became a hero off the job when he revived his hockey teammate Ken Dorner after he flat-lined on the ice. Acting fast with CPR and an AED, Hertel kept Dorner alive for two and a half minutes—saving him from brain damage. Dorner recalls waking up confused, asking if he knew his name, before Hertel’s lifesaving intervention. The team honored Hertel at the rink, even his boss joining in to praise his quick action. Despite the fame, Hertel stayed humble, focusing on Sundays watching his kid play hockey. Dorner, now grateful for his second chance—even…