NYPD saves dog in danger of drowning in frigid water in Queens

JAMAICA BAY, Queens (WABC) -- The NYPD's Harbor Unit came to the rescue of a dog in danger of drowning off the coast of Queens.

Crews spotted the dog Wednesday morning frantically trying to stay afloat in Jamaica Bay.

Rescuers quickly pulled the dog from the frigid water, wrapped her in a warm blanket and rushed her to a veterinarian.

The dog, named Tinkerbell, was reunited with her owner and is in good health.

Police say Tinkerbell was ready to nap all day after she was reunited with her owner.

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