Latest news with #AntwonWilson
NDTV
5 hours ago
- General
- NDTV
Heroic Father Of Two Drowns Saving His Children On Father's Day In US
In a tragic incident, a father of two drowned on Father's Day (Jun 15) after rushing into the ocean to save his children in the US. The man, identified as Antwon Wilson, 33, of Lauderhill, was spending time with his children at a beach in Fort Lauderdale over the weekend when the incident took place. The Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue (FLFR) received 911 calls around 7:20 pm local time, reporting a drowning in the ocean near the B Ocean Resort. While the Ocean Rescue Lifeguards had left the duty posts for the day, the lieutenants rushed to the scene once they were aware of the situation. "They were able to turn their trucks around and be the first responders from our fire rescue department," Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Daniel Moran told WFLA. Mr Wilson went into the ocean after spotting his two children in distress. One of his daughters was struggling in the water, and he jumped quickly to protect her. "The father made it to the daughter and was able to keep her afloat until lifeguards were able to get in and pull the daughter out," Mr Moran said. Eslam Saad, one of the bystanders, responded to the situation as well and went into the ocean to help the children. "I didn't think about anything. I didn't even tell my wife I'm going in the water again. I just jumped into the water," Mr Saad told 7News Miami. "When I got close to her, I told her, 'Please, I know you are in panic. Please, do not do anything crazy, I will try my best to get you out," he said, adding that the rescue workers took over when he brought her closer to shore. Meanwhile, Mr Wilson did not resurface after going underwater. Authorities began searching for Wilson and found him a few minutes later underwater. He was taken to shore, where paramedics performed lifesaving measures. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Tributes pour in Friends, family members and colleagues took to social media to pay tribute to Mr Wilson, with many acknowledging the effect he had on them. "To my childhood friend-thank you for the laughter, the memories, and the pieces of my heart you carried with you. I don't understand why you had to go, but I trust that God always has the answer," wrote Andrew Toussaint, one of Mr Wilson's friends "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Antwon Wilson, a highly esteemed member of our team. Martha Taxes and Financial Services, together with Trust1 Solutions, extends sincerest condolences to his family," wrote one of his colleagues.
CBS News
7 hours ago
- CBS News
Family remembers devoted South Florida dad who died rescuing daughter on Father's Day: "He was my hero"
Family of dad who died while attempting to rescue daughter in Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out Family of dad who died while attempting to rescue daughter in Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out Family of dad who died while attempting to rescue daughter in Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out A grieving South Florida family is remembering their loved one as a selfless and loving father who gave his life to save his daughter from drowning, a heartbreaking tragedy that unfolded on Father's Day. "He will have my utmost love for the rest of my life. I will never, ever forget about Antwon Wilson. He was my hero," said Wilson's grandmother, Kathie Malone, through tears. Speaking exclusively with CBS News Miami, Malone shared how Wilson's devotion to his children defined who he was and ultimately, how he died. "A whole lot of love for a parent to sacrifice their life" Malone described Wilson as a deeply caring and spiritual man, a father who led with love and would do anything for his family. "He did what he knew best to do as a father, to save his child," Malone said. "So you know right then, that's a whole lot of love for a parent to sacrifice their life for their child." Wilson had taken his family to Fort Lauderdale Beach near the B Ocean Hotel on Seabreeze Boulevard to celebrate the holiday together. When two of his daughters and a niece went into the water, he noticed they were in trouble. "He sees that his kids are struggling with the water, so they are practically about to drown," Malone said. "So he went out to rescue them." Two of the children were able to make it out safely, but his youngest daughter, just 10 years old, was still struggling. He loved his child As Wilson pulled her to safety, he was pulled under himself. Rescue crews and a Good Samaritan rushed to help and brought Wilson, his daughter and the bystander to the hospital. Only Wilson did not survive. "He loved his child and he was willing to sacrifice his life for his child," Malone said. "The conscious one" remembered Known affectionately as "the conscious one," Wilson was remembered by his family as outspoken, spiritua, and a man who loved nature. But above all, they say, he'll be remembered for his final, heroic act. "He was just being who he always was," Malone said. "A protector, a father and someone who would do anything for the people he loved." Wilson's daughter and the Good Samaritan have since been released from the hospital. His family says they are clinging to their faith and to the memory of a man who died doing what he loved most: protecting his child.
CBS News
11 hours ago
- CBS News
Tourist who saved girl from drowning on Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out after hospitalization
Tourist who saved girl from drowning on Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out after hospitalization Tourist who saved girl from drowning on Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out after hospitalization Tourist who saved girl from drowning on Fort Lauderdale Beach speaks out after hospitalization A tourist visiting Fort Lauderdale Beach said he would do it all over again, even if it meant risking his life. Eslam Saad, who jumped into the ocean on Father's Day to rescue a young girl from drowning, is now out of the hospital and speaking publicly for the first time. Good Samaritan speaks after ocean rescue Saad was on the beach with his family when he heard screaming and saw a young girl struggling in the water. He dove in immediately, pulling her safely to shore, though the rescue nearly cost him his life. "I would do it again. I will get a huge bill, but I'll do it no matter the consequences," Saad said. Tragic outcome for girl's father Tragically, the girl's father, 33-year-old Antwon Wilson of Lauderhill, also entered the water to help and drowned. The call for help came around 7:20 p.m. Sunday near the B Ocean Resort on Fort Lauderdale Beach, just 20 minutes after lifeguards had gone off duty. Ocean Rescue lieutenants who were wrapping up their day heard the call and rushed to the scene. Wilson was found underwater minutes later. Paramedics began lifesaving efforts and transported him to Broward Health Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Daughter in fair condition Both of Wilson's daughters were ultimately rescued. One of them, the girl Saad saved, remains hospitalized in fair condition. Fort Lauderdale police said the drowning appears to be accidental and they are continuing a death investigation.
CBS News
18 hours ago
- CBS News
Lauderhill father dies after trying to save daughter from drowning off Fort Lauderdale beach
A Lauderhill father who tried to save his daughters from drowning Sunday night near a Fort Lauderdale hotel has died. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue said around 7:20 p.m. they received 911 calls reporting an ocean drowning near the B Ocean Resort on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The call came in about 20 minutes after Ocean Rescue lifeguards had gone off duty, FLFR said, but Ocean Rescue lieutenants heard the call as they were wrapping up their day and rushed to the scene. Antwon Wilson, 33, went into the water after two of his children appeared to be in distress, according to FLFR. When the Ocean Rescue lifeguards arrived, one of Wilson's daughters was "struggling in the water" and he was trying to help her. Another adult was there trying to help the duo, but became "overwhelmed" and exited the water. Both children were ultimately rescued. A few minutes later, Wilson was found underwater and brought to shore, where paramedics began lifesaving measures. Wilson, one of his daughters and the good Samaritan were taken to Broward Health Medical Center where he died. Wilson's daughter and the good Samaritan are expected to recover. FLPD is conducting a death investigation, however, they said at this time it appears to be an accidental drowning.
