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When an Amber Alert went out for a missing 2-year-old, a security guard and eight movers worked together to trap the suspect's car at a Phoenix gas station. Their quick thinking brought the child home safely and earned them medals from Avondale police.
When a sailor's vessel started sinking far offshore, quick teamwork between the Coast Guard and a passing cargo ship brought him safely home. The dramatic rescue highlights how preparedness and cooperation save lives at sea.
A Phoenix moving crew spotted a missing 2-year-old from an Amber Alert at a gas station and blocked the alleged kidnapper's vehicle until police arrived. Their quick thinking brought Kehlani Rogers home safely after three days.
A quick-thinking passerby spotted flames at a Huntley home and rushed to alert the residents inside, helping them escape just minutes before firefighters arrived. Thanks to the stranger's warning and the fire crew's rapid response, everyone made it out safely. #
Two Good Samaritan Society administrators just earned national recognition for transforming senior care with compassion and servant leadership. Amanda Kerr and Kelsey Bundy were named 2026 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award winners for their exceptional work in skilled nursing communities.
A Colorado surgeon found the perfect prescription for lifting spirits: his therapy dog Asher. The four-year-old pup visits patients at Good Samaritan Hospital, bringing comfort during their toughest days.
A 5-year-old dog stolen from outside a Chicago daycare was returned home safe thanks to quick-thinking Good Samaritans who spotted him and jumped into action. The heartwarming reunion came just one day after Charlie vanished, proving that community kindness can turn a scary situation into a happy ending.
A quick-thinking bystander jumped into Lake Michigan's freezing waters after strong winds swept a stroller carrying a baby into the lake. Both the rescuer and baby are safe thanks to his immediate action.
When a 73-year-old man was attacked during a home invasion in West Palm Beach, his neighbor didn't hesitate. David Aprea, a paramedic with 38 years of experience, chased down the suspect and then treated the bleeding victim on the spot.
Students from Fishers Mayor's Youth Academy spent a day at Good Samaritan Network learning how nonprofits help their community. The teens organized donations and saw firsthand how compassion becomes action.
A quick-thinking customer at a North Hollywood liquor store pulled an injured driver from a burning electric vehicle seconds before flames consumed the car. Both victims walked away with only minor injuries after the dramatic rescue.
A mystery hero jumped in to help a York County police officer who was struggling during a physical fight with a suspect. Now the entire department is trying to find this brave stranger to say thank you.
A mystery Good Samaritan stepped in to help a Pennsylvania police officer during a dangerous physical altercation, and now the department is hoping to find and thank them. The brave bystander's quick action on February 13 may have made all the difference.
When a Florida mom had a seizure and crashed into a canal, her 9-year-old daughter kept her baby siblings alive until a stranger dove in to help. All four survived thanks to quick-thinking heroes.
When an 18-year-old became trapped in a burning vehicle after a crash in Erie, Colorado, a quick-thinking neighbor risked everything to pull her to safety. Though the crash tragically claimed the driver's life, one family will forever be grateful for a stranger's split-second courage.
A quick-thinking driver pulled over on a busy Florida highway to rescue a frightened dog running loose after its owner was involved in a crash. The pup is safe, and thanks to one person's courage, a scary situation ended with a wagging tail.
A struggling bald eagle got a second chance at flight after a sharp-eyed resident spotted trouble and called for help. Thanks to fast teamwork between Bradenton police and wildlife experts, the majestic bird is now getting emergency care.
A driver escaped injury after his car flipped onto an embankment during Monday's storm in Calabasas, thanks to quick thinking and a stranger who stopped to help. The rescue shows how small acts of courage can make all the difference when weather turns dangerous.
A sharp-eyed resident spotted an injured bald eagle struggling near a busy Florida intersection, sparking a quick rescue. Officers safely transported the grounded bird to emergency care, giving it a fighting chance at recovery.
A kind stranger refused to drive past six puppies abandoned in a bucket on a busy San Diego highway. Their quick action and compassion saved six lives that might have been lost.
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