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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Nia Dalton

Hero worker saves frantic dog from tracks before moving train with a croissant

A train worker has been hailed a hero after rescuing a lost dog that fell onto the train tracks and couldn't get back up. Ticket gateline assistant Paul Hawthorn, 56, from Luton, was working his usual shift at Leagrave Station on Monday morning when the pup suddenly leapt down and got stuck.

Panic struck among spectators as the pooch frantically raced up and down the tracks, trying to find a way out. Thankfully, Paul acted fast and saved the beloved dog from a horrific death - with the help of a croissant. The courageous moment soon went viral on TikTok and thousands of animal lovers worldwide have praised his brave efforts.

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