MICHIGAN CITY, IND. -- A Michigan City Police officer was honored for his heroic actions that saved the life of a young girl a few weeks ago.

Officer Scott Combs was called to Dunewood Mobile Park on US 212 when he ripped a bull mastiff off of a young girl who was being mauled by that very dog.

With a combination of courage, training and a calm demeanor Combs saved young Winter's life and prevented what could have been a terrible tragedy.

Wednesay afternoon in front of his peers and the very girl he saved, Combs was honored for his actions.