In a heroic act of bravery, former NFL player Braylon Edwards intervened and saved the life of an 80-year-old man who was being attacked in the locker room at a suburban Detroit YMCA, according to police reports on Monday.
The incident occurred when Edwards, 41, heard a dispute over loud music escalating into physical violence. Upon hearing a thud, he turned around to witness the assault on the elderly man, who had sustained a severe head injury.
Edwards courageously stepped in to stop the attack, preventing a potentially fatal outcome. The 20-year-old suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended by authorities.
Police Chief Jeff King of Farmington Hills commended Edwards for his quick and decisive actions, stating that the intervention likely saved the victim's life. The victim, who was in critical condition, is currently in stable condition at a local hospital.
An attempted murder charge has been filed against the alleged attacker, who appeared in court and remains in custody on a $250,000 bond. Oakland County prosecutor Karen McDonald described the incident as a 'vicious, senseless attack' and pledged to seek justice for the victim.
Edwards, a former star receiver at the University of Michigan and a first-round draft pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2005, played eight seasons in the NFL with the Browns and the New York Jets.
This act of heroism serves as a reminder of the importance of bystander intervention in preventing violence and protecting vulnerable individuals in our communities.
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