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Teen survives for days clinging to capsized boat off Alaska

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A 15-year-old boy survived on top of an overturned skiff in Alaska’s frigid Bering Sea for roughly two days, losing his older brother and then his cousin to the ocean after the boat capsized while they were out fishing. The teen, identified by a relative as Derek Parker Aghnaanga, was finally hoisted to safety Monday by a fishing boat near St. Lawrence Island — a remote Alaskan island closer to Russia than it is to the United States.

The bodies of his cousin and brother were also recovered. The cousin had held onto the overturned boat for a while too, but did not survive until the rescue, the teen told one of the rescuers. The captain of the fishing boat that came to his aid said Aghnaanga clung to the skiff through darkness and water temperatures around 50 degrees (10 degrees Celsius). “That’s one tough kid,” Adam White, captain of The Northwest Explorer, told KTUU-TV in Anchorage. “Through the teeth chattering, he had mentioned that his brother was still under the skiff,” White said. “And then he said that, in the previous night, before our rescue, that his cousin had slipped away.”

U.S. Coast Guard planes and helicopters began searching for the skiff Monday morning after family members reported the three missing the night before. The group left the village of Savoonga on St. Lawrence Island on Friday and planned to return early Sunday, the Coast Guard said.

Source: Teen survives for days clinging to capsized boat off Alaska | AP News

Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.
1 Peter 5:6

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Off-duty North Texas firefighter saves 3 children trapped under boat on Fourth of July

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When a firefighter saves someone’s life, they call it “making a grab.” On the Fourth of July, Midlothian firefighter Jason Horne made three of them by rescuing three children trapped under a capsized boat at Alvarado Park Lake. “This is my grab for my career,” Horne said Monday in an interview with The Dallas Morning News. Horne was off-duty on the holiday, spending time with his 12-year-old daughter in their own boat on the lake when they saw another boat and a jet ski floating in the distance and waving them down, Horne said.

Near the waving group was a capsized boat Horne said he didn’t see at first. Horne stopped, told to his daughter to stay in their boat, then dove into the water. He swam to the capsized pontoon boat and realized what had happened. “The people were all yelling, ‘Our babies are under there,'” he said. “So, I went around to the side of the boat, dove underneath the boat.” Horne, who has been a paramedic and firefighter for over 20 years, said he reached up from under the boat and felt a life jacket that a little boy was wearing. He pulled the boy out. “He was a little lethargic, but he was awake and he was breathing,” Horne said.

The second rescue was a little girl. She also was wearing a life jacket, but she wasn’t breathing, Horne said. He pulled her on top of the overturned pontoon boat and started doing chest compressions until he could get her to breathe on her own. At that point someone told Horne another child was still under the boat, so he went back into the water, he said. “I dove back under and I couldn’t find them,” he said. Other boaters came and attempted to flip the capsized pontoon, and the third child emerged, he said. “He had a bunch of ropes and stuff wrapped around him,” Horne said. “We were able to get him up on the front of that pontoon boat. I did CPR on that little boy up there on the pontoon boat for a few minutes while we were headed back to the boat ramp.”

He was able to resuscitate the that boy, Horne said. Horne’s daughter called 911 while her father dove in and out of the water. When Horne and the victims arrived on the shore, he said first responders were waiting for them. All the children in the water had been wearing life jackets, Horne said. During the rescue, he said the victim’s family looked terrified. Horne said he remained focused. “The only thing going through my mind: Don’t die, and find these kids as fast as you can and get them out of the water,” he said. All three children were taken to a local hospital for evaluation and observation, Alvarado Fire Chief John Rodgers said in a news release. No life-threatening injuries have been reported.

The family later thanked him for the rescue, Horne said. Horne, who has worked at the Midlothian Fire Department for 10 years, said he’s grateful he happened to be at the lake and prevent a family from losing their children.  “I wasn’t trying to be a hero,” Horne said. “I wasn’t trying to do anything except help those people, and it worked out in our favor. The stars lined up. I was at the right place at the right time, and I was able to make a difference.”

Source: Off-duty North Texas firefighter saves 3 children trapped under boat on Fourth of July

No one, when he has lit a lamp, covers it with a vessel or puts it under a bed, but sets it on a lampstand, that those who enter may see the light.
Luke 8:16

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Maryland deputies praised for rescuing child with autism from river

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Body-worn camera video shows a deputy from the St. Mary’s County, Maryland, Sheriff’s Office rescuing a 9-year-old with autism from a river after he had been reported missing. Deputies found the child in a river in the Hollywood area on Friday, July 17. Deputy Matthew Camp went into the water, swam to the child, and brought him safely to shore.  The child was evaluated by medical personnel and was reunited with his family.  The St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, Maryland State Police Aviation Command (Trooper 7), the St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services, and multiple local fire and EMS agencies assisted with the coordinated search.    “We are grateful to share that he is doing well,” the St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office said. “This body-worn camera footage captures just a portion of the teamwork, professionalism, and courage displayed by first responders during this incident. We are grateful for the positive outcome and proud of the dedication shown by all who responded.”

Source: Maryland deputies praised for rescuing child with autism from river – CBS Baltimore

All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Young child rescued, in critical condition after falling into creek in Boulder County

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Rescue crews in Boulder County found a child who was swept away in St. Vrain Creek on Tuesday after searching for over an hour. Multiple agencies joined in the search for the 4-year-old boy, who went missing around 3 miles northwest of Lyons just before 5:30 p.m. The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office said the boy was with a relative when he fell into the water. The family member was initially unable to call for help due to a lack of cellphone service in the area. The child’s relative managed to find a place with service ten minutes later and called 911.

The BCSO provided an update later Tuesday night, stating the boy was one of two children who were initially playing in the water. One child escaped, but the 4-year-old could not get out of the creek on his own and was swept away. Rescue crews, including divers and drone operators, searched for the child for an hour and a half. He was found in critical condition around 7:07 p.m. and was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Source: Young child rescued, in critical condition after falling into creek in Boulder County – CBS Colorado

If someone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen?
1 John 4:20

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Texas child‑exploitation crackdown leads to 276 arrests and 89 children rescued, authorities say

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A sweeping two‑month child‑exploitation crackdown across Texas has led to 276 arrests and the rescue of 89 children, federal and local authorities announced this week. Officials called Operation Soteria Shield one of the state’s largest coordinated efforts to combat online predators. The initiative, led by FBI Dallas and dozens of Texas law enforcement agencies, ran from March to April 2026. Those arrested face charges ranging from possession, distribution, and production of child sexual abuse material to online solicitation, trafficking, and sexual assault. The 89 rescued children include previously unidentified victims.  The crackdown brought together 91 agencies and 197 personnel, including investigators, analysts, digital‑forensics specialists, prosecutors, and child‑advocacy partners.  

Targeting online child exploitation Operation Soteria Shield focused on identifying people who target children across social media, messaging apps, and other online platforms. Investigators pursued suspects accused of creating, sharing, or possessing child sexual abuse material, soliciting minors online, trafficking children, committing sexual assault, and other forms of exploitation. Officials said the cases remain active and additional charges are likely as forensic reviews continue. The effort was announced by the FBI Dallas’ North Texas Child Exploitation Task Force and the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Leaders stress trauma and teamwork Leaders from the FBI and the police departments of Dallas, Plano, Wylie, Garland, and Fort Worth emphasized the importance of interagency cooperation and the lasting trauma these crimes inflict on victims. “This would not have been successful without the resolve of each participating agency,” said FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge R. Joseph Rothrock. “These are not victimless crimes,” Dallas Police Chief Daniel C. Comeaux said.

“They leave lasting trauma on children and families. I am incredibly proud of the work of our investigators and every agency partner who helped make this operation successful.” “Every child deserves to grow up safe, protected, and free from exploitation,” Plano Police Chief Ed Drain said. “This operation reflects our shared commitment to defend children wherever abuse occurs, whether that is in a home, on a device or through an online platform. The work done by these investigators has changed lives.”

Full list of participating agencies

Participating agencies included:

  • Abilene Police Department
  • Allen Police Department
  • Andrews Police Department
  • Aubrey Police Department
  • Azle Police Department
  • Bartonville Police Department
  • Bedford Police Department
  • Bonham Police Department
  • Bowie County Sheriff’s Office
  • Burleson Police Department
  • Carrollton Police Department
  • Celina Police Department
  • Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County
  • Childress County Sheriff’s Office
  • Cleburne Police Department
  • Colleyville Police Department
  • Collin County District Attorney’s Office
  • Collin County Sheriff’s Office
  • Commerce Police Department
  • Cooke County Sheriff’s Office
  • Crowley Police Department
  • Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center
  • Dallas Police Department
  • Denton County Sheriff’s Office
  • Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division
  • DeSoto Police Department
  • Dublin Police Department
  • Duncanville Police Department
  • Ellis County Sheriff’s Office
  • Elm Ridge Police Department
  • Euless Police Department
  • Fannin County Sheriff’s Office
  • Farmers Branch Police Department
  • FBI Dallas Field Office
  • FBI El Paso Field Office
  • FBI San Antonio Field Office
  • Flower Mound Police Department
  • Fort Worth Police Department
  • Frisco Police Department
  • Garland Police Department
  • Grayson County Sheriff’s Office
  • Greenville Police Department
  • Gregg County Sheriff’s Office
  • Harrison County Sheriff’s Office
  • Hawk Cove Police Department
  • Henderson County Sheriff’s Office
  • Highland Park Department of Public Safety
  • Homeland Security Investigations
  • Honey Grove Police Department
  • Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office
  • Irving Police Department
  • Johnson County Sheriff’s Office
  • Lamesa Police Department
  • Lewisville Police Department
  • Little Elm Police Department
  • Littlefield Police Department
  • Lone Star Police Department
  • Longview Police Department
  • Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office
  • Lubbock Police Department
  • McKinney Police Department
  • Mesquite Police Department
  • Midlothian Police Department
  • Northlake Police Department
  • Office of Inspector General – Texas Juvenile Justice Department
  • Olney Police Department
  • Palmer Police Department
  • Pampa Police Department
  • Parker County Sheriff’s Office
  • Plainview Police Department
  • Plano Police Department
  • Princeton Police Department
  • Prosper Police Department
  • Richardson Police Department
  • Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office
  • Rockwall Police Department
  • Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office
  • Rowlett Police Department
  • Royse City Police Department
  • Rusk County Sheriff’s Office
  • Seminole Police Department
  • Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
  • Taylor County Sheriff’s Office
  • Texas Department of Public Safety
  • U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas
  • Valley View Police Department
  • White Settlement Police Department
  • Wilmer Police Department
  • Wylie Police Department

Source: Texas child‑exploitation crackdown leads to 276 arrests and 89 children rescued, authorities say – CBS Texas

Give to everyone who asks of you. And from him who takes away your goods do not ask them back.
Luke 6:30

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Homeless ex-con rescues lost 6-year-old boy he spotted wandering through Miami streets

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A homeless ex-con rescued a lost child he spotted wandering through the streets of Miami late Wednesday night — earning him high praise from officers, who warned there was no telling “what would have happened” to the boy if he hadn’t stepped up. Arnett Johnson has slept on the same bench in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood since he was released from prison six months ago. On Wednesday, Johnson was stunned to see a young boy walking around on his own just before midnight, according to Local10.

Source: Homeless ex-con rescues lost 6-year-old boy he spotted wandering through Miami streets

You, O LORD, remain forever; Your throne from generation to generation.
Lamentations 5:19

Mom saves 2-year-old from backseat of submerged car after crash into Vermont river

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A woman was able to escape a submerged car with her 2-year-old son and swim to safety after crashing into a Vermont river on Monday. The Hartford, Vt. fire department said it responded to the area of Quechee Main Street and the Mill Run Condominiums for a report of a car in the Ottauquechee River at about 12:45 p.m. “The driver was hanging onto the vehicle as it floated downstream,” the department said. The toddler was in the backseat of the car, in a car seat.

“The mother was able to unbuckle him, cut through the deployed driver’s-side airbag, and emerge through the window,” the fire department said. “The two were able to swim ashore safely.” First responders got the pair into an ambulance and took them to a hospital to be checked out. No serious injuries were reported. Rescue swimmers also arrived on the scene make sure no one else was in the car. 

Source: Mom saves 2-year-old from backseat of submerged car after crash into Vermont river – CBS Boston

Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus.
Romans 15:5