A nine-year-old Perth schoolgirl hailed for saving a boy from drowning - despite not being able to swim - has been shortlisted for a bravery award.
Tierney Batt rescued Cayden Paterson (12) from the River Tay at Moncreiffe Island last July, after she had seen him struggling in the water.
His cries for help went unheard by adults so Tierney entered the water.
She kept Cayden’s head above water until some passersby pulled them both onto the riverbank.
Following the rescue Cayden’s mum Kerry, from Crieff, praised her as “amazing” for saving her son’s life.
“She was incredibly brave, calm and simply amazing,” she said.
“For a young child she did something some adults might not have thought about.
“I can’t express just how grateful I am - things could have been very different if she hadn’t helped him.
“She put herself in a situation of danger too, so I’m just so happy they’re both OK.”
Tierney’s dad Greig was impressed by his daughter’s quick thinking, but admitted he too was concerned for her safety.
He said: “I guess it was just her adrenaline that kept her going. Proud isn’t the word.
“The whole family were so nice, they thanked us so much and Kerry sent me a message on Facebook just saying how grateful they were.”
And in recognition for her heroics she has reached the final 10 selection stage in the Amplifon Awards for Brave Britons 2022 Young Hero category.
Tierney reached the selection stage out of about 50 nominations chosen by the public from around the UK.
Four finalists will be selected in each category and the winner will be announced at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, October 11.
Falklands War hero Simon Weston chairs the judging panel and BBC TV and radio presenter Rachel Burden will make the awards.
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