How a quick-thinking 7th-grader prevented complete disaster when school bus driver went unconscious

Dillon Reeves, a 7th-grade student at Carter Middle School in Warren, sat down with FOX2's Charlie Langton to share what happened. Then, Dillon was honored and received a mayoral proclamation from Mayor Jim Fouts.

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[janinehecht]

The way he is holding his sister's hand when she was asked about her thoughts on her brother's heroic act is just priceless. He is definitely a special and courageous young man. Absolutely adore him. 🥰

[Grippojr]

That dad should be so proud of himself, he has raised a true hero.

[dianamaccow]

He saved more than 60 lives, he saved other drivers and pedestrians, also a big clean up 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤❤❤❤❤

[Marquetica]

His speech is amazing. When I was about 13 I didn’t even handle to say hello lol let alone be on tv and speak with manners like he does. Respect

[dlroble]

He acts triple his age. What a brilliant young man! ❤

[justicewillprevail]

That's what amazing about this kid. He was observerant, aware, calm and collected. His maturity is way beyond his age. A real hero!!! Bravo!!!'

[jesusislord]

Very impressive how well he communicates (let alone the heroic act). The respect he demonstrated for the bus driver (by clarifying that she did not run the stop sign) is quite impressive. The humility he shows here is fantastic. No matter how much well-deserved praise he receives, I have a hunch that he will maintain his humility and kindness.

[nguyenthanhhang]

I’m here in France and extremely impressed by this story. He saved not only 61 people in the bus but also a countless number of people on the road at that time. Hats off to this young hero and his parents for raising such a kid ! And the way he holds his little sister’s hands when she felt shy … has just melted my hear. Dylan, believe me you were born with a mission to care for and protect people. All the best wishes to your future ❤

[Icybearg]

A kid raised right by their parents...How proud they must be.

[amystevenson]

I love that he's humble but also owning his act of heroism. So proud of him. The world needs Dillon ❤

[patricianichols]

That’s why I taught my 10 year old son to drive in an isolated parking lot in Tucson Arizona. When I was having a medical emergency he was 15 and able to drive me to the ER. Teach your kids basic like skills while young. They’re not taught in most schools. Great thinking young man. Happy to see the attention given to him. Clap for him!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[JoshuaHorvath-wt]

That kid is definitely a hero. He’s a good man. The force was definitely strong with him that day. He did a good job.

[ItsMeJayCeeGee]

This kid cannot always find the right words, but is calm cool and collected. Look at how he places a protective hand over his little sister.

[dsego]

Yes, his parents need to be commended for raising this young adult. He is truly the epitome of the phrase “ if you see something wrong, do something right”. Congratulations Dillion, your a true leader and an inspiration to your peers.

[lisascott]

I am from Melbourne Australia and I heard about it here. What an incredible young man. He is a credit to his parents.

[antoniobranderas]

Dad is sitting there with that huge proud as heck look on his face. Love it. That young man is a true hero and a leader.

[leeannfrohn]

Im blown away how he kept his cool like that! He'll definitely make a great emt, firefighter, policeman! Hes not my child but so proud of him! So brave! Hes absolutely brilliant! ❤🎉

[moclarke]

Dylan should be so proud. I appreciate the Dad for declining other interviews, we can see it’s a traumatic story to relive. I wish Dylan nothing but the best

[nanjones]

He’s such a protector at such a young age. He noticed that his sister’s nerves were getting the best of her and he placed his hand over hers for reassurance. Great kid!

[KP_Gem]

This kid is the definition of an "old soul" 🥹 The way he held his sisters hand, the way his dad beams with pride while he's looking at him.. you can tell this family is very tightnit and those parents are doing a WONDERFUL job with these kids!!! ❤