Man being hailed a hero after rescuing driver trapped in high water - The Sprint

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ROANOKE, Va. – In a world where negativity often takes front and center, it’s easy to forget those glimmers of positivity surrounding us. But when you look more closely, you’ll find that there is good in this world, despite how it may sometimes appear on the surface.

In today’s episode of the Sprint, we’re introducing you to a man who is being called a hero after jumping into to save the day when a driver suddenly found themselves stuck in high water during severe weather.

The dramatic scene was caught on camera and when praised for his bravery, he simply said that it was just the right thing to do and that he’d do it

But that’s not all folks - we have a TON of stories on tap that we can’t wait to discuss with you all. Don’t be shy! Be sure to drop a comment and join the conversation.

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Jazmine Otey joined the 10 News team in February 2021.

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