All articles tagged with #good samaritans
A family of taekwondo black belts in Texas rescued a woman from an alleged sexual assault by subduing the attacker, Alex Robinson, who has been charged with felony attempted sexual assault. The family intervened after hearing screams from a neighboring cell phone store and managed to hold the attacker until police arrived.
A DUI driver crashed into a UPS truck in South Los Angeles, killing two people who were ejected from the vehicle. Good Samaritans captured the suspect after he attempted to flee the scene. The victims were identified as Luzelena Soria-Rosales, 18, and Oscar Santos Farela. The suspect, who was driving under the influence, faces potential murder charges as police continue their investigation. A vigil was held to remember the victims.
Two women, Reagan Dunn and Yenni Lu, found a missing four-year-old boy after receiving an Amber alert about an abducted child in Long Beach, California. They located the child in a stolen gray Honda Accord and waited nearby until officers arrived. The boy was reunited with his father, and the Amber alert was cancelled. The women's quick actions were praised by the Long Beach mayor.
A man in Deltona, Florida, was confronted by Good Samaritans after allegedly beating his dog with a metal chain outside a gas station. The man, Julio Rivera, 31, is facing charges including cruelty towards an animal, child abuse, battery, and resisting an officer. The incident escalated into a physical altercation, with Rivera reportedly punching a witness and attempting to attack a 13-year-old who intervened. The dog was injured but is expected to recover, while Rivera is in jail with a bond set at $51,000.
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jesse Luketa received a ride from kind-hearted Cardinals fans after his car got a flat tire on the way to the team's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Luketa expressed his gratitude on social media and is now seeking to locate the fans to offer them tickets to an upcoming home game as a token of appreciation.
One person died in a crash in Fort Collins early Saturday morning when a heavily damaged Mini Cooper crashed into a light pole, causing a fire in the passenger compartment. Good Samaritans and officers attempted to rescue the driver, but they were pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.
Two karate instructors from a school in Oakland stopped an attempted carjacking on Piedmont Avenue when they witnessed two men taking the victim's keys and attacking his car. The suspects fled in fear, leaving behind the victim's car, thanks to the intervention of the karate instructors. Surveillance video captured the incident.
A 75-year-old woman was violently dragged across a California bank's parking lot by purse-snatchers in broad daylight. The incident, captured on video, shows the thief grabbing the woman's purse and knocking her to the ground before dragging her several feet. Two good Samaritans intervened and chased away the suspect. The woman's condition is unknown, and authorities believe the same suspects are involved in a string of robberies across multiple cities and counties. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident and advises people to prioritize their safety over property.
A 75-year-old woman was violently dragged across a parking lot in Hacienda Heights, California, by purse-snatchers in broad daylight. The incident was captured on video, showing the thief dragging the woman until two good Samaritans intervened and chased him away. The woman's condition is currently unknown, and authorities believe this robbery is part of a series of similar incidents. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Office is investigating the case and advises people to prioritize their safety over material possessions.
Three Good Samaritans sprang into action at Coney Island Beach in New York City after hearing teenagers screaming in the water. One teenage swimmer was rescued, while another is still missing. The incident occurred near West 22nd Street, and a 911 call was placed. The rescuers, including John McLean and Fernando Agurto, risked their own safety to save the teenagers. The rescued teenager was in a critical condition upon being saved.
Federal authorities have arrested a North Texas man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl. The girl was kidnapped at gunpoint in San Antonio and taken to California, where she was eventually rescued after flashing a "Help Me!" sign from inside the suspect's car. The girl had run away from home and was found at a laundromat in Long Beach. The suspect is facing federal charges of kidnapping and transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Good Samaritans who saw the girl's sign called the police, leading to the arrest.
A 13-year-old girl who was kidnapped from a bus stop in San Antonio, Texas, was rescued in Long Beach, California, after she held up a sign saying "help me" inside the car. Bystanders noticed the sign and immediately called 911. The suspect, 61-year-old Steven Robert Sablan, was arrested and charged with kidnapping and lewd acts with a child. The girl had allegedly been sexually assaulted during the three days she was held captive. Sablan may face life in prison if convicted. The victim, a reported runaway, was placed in the custody of the San Antonio Department of Children and Family Services.
A 13-year-old girl from Texas was rescued in California after waving a "help me" note to passersby while allegedly being kidnapped, sexually assaulted, and taken on a road trip. Steven Robert Sablan, 61, of Cleburne, Texas, has been charged with kidnapping and transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. The victim complied with Sablan's demands after he threatened her with a gun and sexually assaulted her during the journey. The girl managed to write a distress note while her attacker was occupied and caught the attention of a witness who called the police. Sablan was arrested, and the victim was safely rescued.
Spartanburg Police responded to a purse snatching and robbery incident at a Fresh Market, where an elderly woman was knocked down and injured. The suspect, described as a black male, fled the scene in a dark blue Nissan Altima. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Spartanburg Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
A small plane crashed into Lake Tahoe, and two people on board were rescued by a boater who quickly responded to the incident. The fuselage of the plane was vertical when the boater arrived, but to his surprise, two heads popped up. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the crash, which involved a single-engine Piper PA-28. The boater and other nearby boaters helped triage the injured passengers before safely getting them back to shore. The FAA is expected to release a preliminary accident report soon.