Body camera footage shows woman rescued from submerged car after son flags down police

A 12-year-old boy was seen flagging down a police officer after his mother became trapped in her car underwater just off a Texas highway.

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[justmejenny]

That poor boy was so traumatized and still managed to get help. So happy to hear she's breathing on her own. God bless them.

[christopher]

Such selfless heroes, jumping into the water to help a stranger, reminds me there is still good in this world.

[thorder]

THANK YOU for covering this POSITIVE news about people helping people.

[patriciareyes]

Her son running up to the police asking for help, you can hear how scared he is in this voice. I pray she makes a full recovery and is around for a long time with her kids.

[joewalker]

How freaky for that poor little boy. He was so scared of losing his momma. I’m so glad she’s safe and recovering! Well done everyone!

[sappysuds]

Bless that poor boy and officer for saving his mom. Incredible.

[ZodyZody]

They should recognize her kid's bravery too.

[NineM_YorHa]

All of them deserve praise how they helped save this mothers life.
Can't fathom the emotions they must have went through. Wish all of them the best 👏

[kendrapratt]

This was heartwarming 😊 What a wonderful feeling for the officer to feel her come back to life. I’m sure he’ll never forget it. CPR is a good skill for everyone to have. That poor kid worried about his mama🥺

[kellygirl]

Thank you hero's. The child needs recognized as a hero too.

[thewoodchick]

That poor boy, I just want to hug him. Thank God for good people

[cgrqjqm]

Aww I just want to hug that kid. God bless the family.

[jblovsoccer]

I just lost 2 of my grandsons in a pond of water from an accident 😢😢😢😢😢😢 took 4 hours to find them there in heaven now 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[debrahill]

Thank God for perfect timing. Thanks to all the people who didn't hesitate to help!!! Speedy recovery 🙏

[JessBecause]

That poor little boy. Scared to death but still able to get help for his mom.

[gdhaney]

These people are the people who make life worth living. The police, the civilians, and the kids who fought to save their mom. We can all be heroes when given the chance. I hope we take it.

[dustys_Wrld]

Hearing the boys panic and voice makes me heartbroken, oh my goodness, God be with this mother please

[jetblack]

That's what love for thy neighbor really means! I hope that she'll recover fully.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[MrMegaGamerMan]

Let's focus on these police interactions. Glad there are finally some positive stories in the news

[wonderwoman]

God bless them all. Prayers for this womans full recovery. 🙏