An elderly man demonstrated extraordinary courage on Saturday, December 23, 2023, by jumping into the sea near Independence Square, Accra, to rescue a drowning young man.
The incident, shared by a X user @eddie_wrt, showcased the elderly man's selfless act that prevented a potential tragedy.
The footage begins with scenes of confusion and concern as onlookers express distress about the young man struggling in the water.
Witnesses can be seen in the video calling for help, emphasising the severity of the situation.
Suddenly, the elderly man, whose identity remains unknown, and without hesitation, drops everything he's holding and quickly dives into the sea to save the drowning fellow.
The individual who captured the scene said “the guy dey die oo, you no dey see. Only his head is up.”
As the elderly man reached the struggling individual, he expertly assists him, preventing what could have been a tragic incident.
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