Pasco County, FL – A 17-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero after diving into a Florida lake to save his missing 5-year-old nonverbal sister last week.
According to the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to Lake Lisa Park on Monday afternoon following reports of a missing 5-year-old autistic and nonverbal child. When deputies arrived, they found the girl’s teenage brother already in the water, holding her safely on a tree branch.
Deputies reportedly jumped a fence to reach the pair and helped bring both siblings to safety. The department later praised the teen for his bravery, writing on social media that he displayed “courageous and selfless actions.”
Officials said missing persons calls are among the most common incidents they handle and are treated with top priority. The Sheriff’s Office added that teamwork between family members and deputies helped ensure a safe outcome in this case.
No injuries were reported, and both children were safely reunited with their family shortly after the rescue.
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