Tucson’s ‘Hometown Hero’ gets ride with Air Force Thunderbirds after his life-saving efforts

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An Arizona police sergeant was given the chance to fly the United States Air Force Thunderbirds for his heroic efforts to save the life of a cyclist who was hit by a truck and nearly killed last spring.

Sgt.Antwoine Robinson with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds at Monthan Air Field in Tucson, Arizona on November 4th.
(Tucson Police Department)

On November 4, Sgt.Antwoine Robinson, nicknamed Tucson’s hometown hero, joined the Air Force pilots for a ride in an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Tucson, Arizona.

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“Those flips and twists they’re doing up there are really amazing … you’re 300, 400 mph … it’s pretty exhausting,” Robinson told FOX News. “But it was a phenomenal experience to be up there.”

The solemn day was the result of the heroism Robinson showed on May 29th.

Robinson was the crime scene first responder for the Tucson Police Department shortly after the call was received. When he arrived, Robinson found the young woman lying on the street next to what appeared to be a warehouse truck, he said.

Sgt.Antwoine Robinson with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds at Monthan Air Field in Tucson, Arizona on November 4th.
(Tucson Police Department)

“Her legs were mangled,” said Robinson. “I think a leg was almost amputated.”

To control the bleeding, Robinson, who was assisted by other Tucson police officers, put tourniquets on the woman’s legs.

“Our goal was to get that done. Keep her as calm as possible.

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When more officers responded, Robinson recalled directing them to radio for additional resources and equipment and to ensure the streets were closed. They also made sure they put something under the victim to separate it from the scorching concrete, according to Robinson.

“We live in Arizona where the concrete is as hot as the weather in the summer, if not hotter,” he added.

Sgt.Antwoine Robinson with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds at Monthan Air Field in Tucson, Arizona on November 4th.
(Tucson Police Department)

The victim was transported to Banner UMC for emergency surgery. The trauma surgeon credited Robinson and his colleagues’ first aid for saving the woman’s life, the United States Air Force Thunderbirds shared on Instagram.

When the Thunderbirds were looking for nominations for their Hometown Hero Award, Tucson police were quick to mention the efforts of Robinson and his colleagues.

“It was an absolute honor that one of our Sgt. Was nominated and selected as a Hometown Hero Recipient,” Sgt. Richard Gradillas told Fox News. “It was well-deserved recognition of exceptional service from Sgt. Robinson.”

Sgt.Antwoine Robinson with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds at Monthan Air Field in Tucson, Arizona on November 4th.
(Tucson Police Department)

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Sgt.Antwoine Robinson with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds at Monthan Air Field in Tucson, Arizona on November 4th.
(Tucson Police Department)

Robinson previously received a military award given to a military member who joined the Tucson Police Department, and he will also receive another unidentified award during a ceremony scheduled for January 2022, Gradillas said.

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