ASHLAND, KY — The Postal Service will honor Ashland Letter Carrier Warren “Ed” McComas as a Postmaster General Hero for his actions aiding a customer who was stuck on a ladder. A presentation will take place at the Ashland Post Office, 1140 Carter Ave., on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 6:00 p.m.

Earlier this year while delivering his mail route, McComas heard the cries for help. One of his customers had climbed a ladder to the second story of her home. Once there, the customer was overcome with a fear of heights. She was unable to move for about 20 minutes until McComas came to her rescue. The customer later contacted the Post Office to let them know McComas was her hero.

The customer will attend the presentation on Tuesday.

“Mr. McComas is a wonderful employee and a wonderful person, and I am very proud of him,” said Postmaster Angela Layne. “USPS letter carriers really do look out for their customers.”

The Postmaster General Hero Award is given to those who perform a heroic act above and beyond the call of duty while on the job.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses, and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.

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