Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office uses special vehicle to rescue woman lost in Green Swamp

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office recently used a special vehicle to rescue a hiker lost in the woods.

Crews located the young lady from the air in the Green Swamp and guided those operating the Sherp, an all-terrain, amphibious vehicle that is able to get through rough and soggy terrains, to her and bring her to safety.

“It was a hot and buggy afternoon and she was very grateful to see us,” a statement said.