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News in English (USA) / 01.09.2025 / 21:00

Army Football Player Larry Pickett Jr. Saves Man from Burning Vehicle

In a heroic act captured on video, Army football player Larry Pickett Jr. and his father rescued a man from a burning vehicle following a crash in Fort Montgomery, New York. The dramatic rescue occurred just moments before the car exploded in flames. Having recently made his collegiate debut, Pickett Jr., a former Enloe High School football star from North Carolina, risked his life to pull the driver from the wreckage, showcasing remarkable bravery. Witnesses and footage highlight the critical timing of their actions, as they reflected on how different the outcome could have been if they arrived just a minute later.
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