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Hero Rescues Boy from Hershey Park Monorail Tracks

Eyewitness News ABC7NYSeptember 5, 20251 min5,349 views
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Heroic Rescue at Hershey Park

  • Hero John Samson is being praised for rescuing a young boy who wandered onto the Hershey Park monorail tracks.
  • 😨 Bystanders watched in horror as the child was spotted walking on the tracks, which were not in operation at the time.

Quick Thinking and Dad Instinct

  • 💡 Samson, a father of three, described acting on a "dad instinct" to ensure the child's safety, regardless of whether it was his own child.
  • 🏃‍♂️ He ran to the roof of a concession stand to get closer to the monorail track.
  • 🎯 Despite a fear of heights, Samson focused on the rescue and did not hesitate.

Safe Recovery and Gratitude

  • ✅ In a matter of seconds, Samson reached the boy and brought him into his arms.
  • 👏 The crowd cheered as the boy was safely brought down from the tracks, with assistance from another gentleman.
  • 🙏 The boy's parents expressed their profound gratitude to Samson for saving their son.

A Reminder to Look Out for Each Other

  • 💬 Samson stated that the incident serves as a reminder for everyone to be vigilant and look out for one another.
  • ⚠️ Officials noted that the boy entered the secure monorail area through a section that was chained and barricaded.
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