“This is my friend’s 17-year-old nephew, Tanner. Yesterday, he was having a day out at Scissortail Park with his mom and younger siblings when he noticed a little kid struggling in the pond.
Tanner’s mom said he took a quick second to double-check what he saw, and without saying anything, he ran straight toward the water. She didn’t know what was going on at first, but Tanner knew that someone needed help. His instincts kicked in, and he ended up saving a 2-year-old who was drowning!
In the process, Tanner hurt his head. Police, firefighters, and medics all came to help. The child’s mother was so thankful, she couldn’t stop crying with gratitude.
Tanner is a humble and caring person, and he doesn’t realize just how much his actions prevented a family from experiencing heartbreak.”
Credit: Anna Herman