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Young mother from New City becomes local hero after she saves life of baby deer

New City resident Danielle Cifuni became a local hero after she jumped into the deep end of a backyard swimming pool to save the life of a baby deer that fell into the water and almost drowned.

News 12 Staff

Jul 19, 2021, 11:24 AM

Updated 1,251 days ago

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New City resident Danielle Cifuni became a local hero after she jumped into the deep end of a backyard swimming pool to save the life of a baby deer that fell into the water and almost drowned.
She says her instincts took over and there was no time to waste.
Cifuni, who has an 8-year-old son, says she loves animals and wouldn't hesitate to rescue one in distress.
Her heroics have since gone viral on social media.