TYNGSBOROUGH, MA – In a dramatic rescue, an 11-year-old girl saved a young boy who had fallen into a well in Tyngsborough. The five-year-old, named Jack, was playing outside when he stepped on an unsecured well cover and fell 20 feet down.
Jack’s mother, Kathleen Freeman, was nearby and heard a loud noise followed by her son’s cries. She quickly discovered him in the neighbor’s well, holding onto a pipe to stay above water.
Juliana Fisher, a neighbor, heard the screams and acted swiftly. She called 911 and found a ladder to facilitate the rescue.
Working with her father, Juliana placed the ladder into the well, allowing Jack to climb out. He emerged with only a few scratches and was taken to the hospital for a check-up.
Kathleen Freeman expressed her gratitude for Juliana’s bravery and quick actions, calling her a hero.
The community has since secured the well with a temporary cover while a permanent solution is being planned.
Jack’s family is relieved and thankful for the assistance from their young neighbor, and authorities are investigating to prevent similar incidents.
This inspiring story underscores the power of quick thinking and community support in emergencies.