'Don't praise me': Punjabi man stops van, rushes to save autistic boy from being hit
A Punjabi man named Moti Jahal is being praised for his quick actions in saving an autistic child from being hit by a car at a busy intersection in Surrey, Canada. Jahal, a new father, stated he acted on instinct and does not seek recognition for the rescue.
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This story serves as a human-interest piece highlighting individual heroism and the importance of road safety awareness regarding vulnerable pedestrians.
Moti Jahal is overwhelmed as his video of saving a child at a busy Surrey crossing in Canada has gone viral and everybody is praising him for his split-second decision to stop his car and pick up the child. The Good Samaritan responded to the social media accolades and said it was his father's instinct that pushed him to get out of his car while several other cars did not stop. He said he did not want praise, he just wants the child to be okay and drivers to be mindful on the road."That's me in the video. As a father, my instincts just kicked in. I wasn't thinking about myself or the danger- I just wanted to make sure that little boy was safe. I'm not looking for any recognition or praise, just grateful he's okay. Please stay alert and watch for children around busy roads.
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