A bike ride through a neighbourhood in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, took an unexpected turn on July 30, when a six-year-old boy watched his grandmother get struck by an SUV. With her lying on the ground in pain, Finn Mackenzie had to work out what to do next. He ran to his grandfather and then sought help from a next-door neighbour, asking her to call emergency services. He stayed close to his grandmother while they waited for help to arrive. Months later, Finn’s actions brought him recognition from local officials, who praised the young boy for remaining composed and knowing where to turn during an emergency.
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