Three truckers receive Highway Angel of the Year awards from TCA

Professional truck drivers Jason Corino of Melton Truck Lines, Michael Dorsey of Mercer Transportation, and Daljit Sohi of Triple Eight Transport have been named the 2024 TCA Highway Angels of the Year by the Truckload Carriers Association.

These drivers were announced and celebrated at a luncheon awards program held earlier Monday, March 17, during TCA’s annual convention in Phoenix.

TCA Highway Angel sponsors EpicVue and Northland Insurance introduced the TCA Highway Angels of the Year.

Here are the stories of the 2024 TCA Highway Angels of the Year:

Jason CorinoJason Corino’s heroic actions took place on Nov. 29, 2023, while driving on US 491 in Cortez, Colorado. Corino witnessed a road rage incident escalate when a car was pulled over by the police. As he approached the scene, the suspect emerged from the car and opened fire on the officer. Without hesitation, Corino slammed on his brakes to stop traffic behind him, potentially saving lives. He also captured the entire incident on his truck camera, which later became crucial evidence in the investigation. Tragically, the officer succumbed to his injuries, and the suspect was later fatally shot in a confrontation with law enforcement. Corino’s bravery and quick thinking helped save lives and made him an invaluable witness in the investigation.

Michael DorseyMichael Dorsey’s heroic act took place on Sept. 26, 2024, during a catastrophic flood in Erwin, Tennessee. While loading his flatbed truck at an industrial park, Dorsey became aware that floodwaters from Hurricane Helene were rapidly rising. With a nearby river swelling dangerously, Dorsey allowed 10 people to take refuge on his trailer. As the floodwaters overtook the area, Dorsey and his passengers were forced to cling to the trailer, which was eventually separated by the current. Despite being knocked unconscious, Dorsey’s determination to survive led him to save six lives. His selflessness and bravery in the face of disaster make him a true hero and TCA Highway Angel of the Year.

Daljit SohiDaljit Sohi’s act of kindness and generosity took place on Nov. 29, 2024, while traveling from Banff to Salmon Arm in western Canada. Sohi noticed a woman unknowingly drop her purse at a rest stop while tending to her child. Inside the purse was $1,100 in cash, a gold chain, and other important personal items. Without hesitation, Sohi retrieved the purse and followed the woman and her family for three hours in an effort to return it. When he finally caught up with them and returned the purse, the woman offered him a reward, which he declined. Sohi’s selfless actions in returning the purse with everything intact demonstrate his generosity and kindness, making him a well-deserving TCA Highway Angel of the Year.

Each of these drivers will receive a complimentary EpicVue satellite TV package, which includes a 24-inch flatscreen TV, a DVR, and a one-year subscription to over 100 channels of DIRECTV programming, including premium channels such as HBO, Cinemax, Showtime, and the NFL Sunday Ticket.

Since 1997, TCA’s Highway Angel program has recognized professional truck drivers who have gone above and beyond in helping others while on the job. From each year’s recipients, one is selected as Highway Angel of the Year because they best embody the spirit of the program. 

To learn more about the TCA Highway Angel program and to nominate a deserving driver, visit www.highwayangel.org.

The TCA Highway Angel program is sponsored by EpicVue, Northland Insurance, and DriverFacts.