A Tuscaloosa tow truck operator who bravely rescued a baby from a burning car last July has been awarded the Carnegie Hero Medal.

According to the Tuscaloosa News, André Harris was one of 18 recipients of the prestigious honor, which is given to civilians who risk their lives while saving or attempting to save the lives of others.

While Harris gave God all of the credit when he made the rescue, he was the one recognized on the national stage late last year — and now again — for his incredible act of heroism.

Yellowhammer News previously highlighted Harris’ bravery, and his inspiring testimony, after his now-famous act of courage.

Harris, who also works as a meter reader for the city of Tuscaloosa’s water department, has consistently said God put him in the position to save the baby that night.

He explained that Northport firefighters had closed off a road while fighting a house fire, causing Harris to take a different route and drive up to the crash site. He has emphasized that he is not a hero.

“Heroes are the ones who make it possible for us to do this interview here safely. The soldiers who go off to fight,” he told the Tuscaloosa News. “I just did what any other American would have done, especially somebody who has kids themselves.”

Sean Ross is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @sean_yhn