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Pablo Hernando Cruz Dies After Rescuing Two Children from Drowning in Atlantic County River
Jul 18, 2024, 01:26 PM
A man named Pablo Hernando Cruz, 49, died after rescuing two children from drowning in the Great Egg Harbor River at Weymouth Furnace in Mays Landing, Atlantic County, New Jersey. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Cruz jumped into the river, where swimming is forbidden, to save the children. Despite his heroic efforts, Cruz was later hospitalized in critical condition and succumbed to his injuries. A father-son duo recounted helping officials pull Cruz out of the dangerous waters. The tragic event has been confirmed by multiple sources, highlighting the dangerous nature of the river and the ultimate sacrifice made by Cruz.
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