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#TheMoment a Montreal woman met the man who helped save her dad
A Montreal woman and her family meet one of the good Samaritans who helped save their elderly dad when he went into cardiac arrest.
ABC News
23-05-2025
- ABC News
Reality TV contestant stabbed at birthday party was protecting woman, court hears
A reality tv personality was being a "good Samaritan" when he was stabbed while protecting a woman at a 60th birthday celebration, a court has heard. Abdul Kadws Mohammad Amin, 27, of Prospect, was previously found guilty by jury of an aggravated count of causing harm with the intent to cause harm over the August 2021 stabbing. On Friday, a written victim impact statement was read to the court on behalf of Paddy Colliar, who had been hired to work as a topless waiter at the event. Mr Colliar, who has a large social media following and has appeared on reality television shows including The Bachelorette, FBoy Island and Bachelor in Paradise, said he wanted Amin to be punished for his actions. "Initially I felt numb when I realised I had been stabbed, but then when it sank in and I understood I could have been killed, I was devastated," he said. "I still feel enormous relief for the young woman who may have been seriously hurt by this man, and I'm proud of what I did to help her." In his statement, Mr Colliar, who was not present in the courtroom, wrote that Amin subjected guests at the party to "horrors". "There were adults, including grandparents, at the party who should not have been exposed to such horrors — and there were also children." Prosecutor Matt DeLorme told the court the only appropriate sentence was a term of imprisonment, and that Amin had a history of other offending. "This offending occurred in circumstances where the accused was assaulting a female and Mr Colliar intervened to protect the female from assault, in my submission, a true good Samaritan act, in every essence of the phrase, and he was stabbed for it," he said. Mr DeLorme also condemned Amin's actions throughout the trial, in which he showed "disrespect" to both the victim and court. "His behaviour in court during the proceedings was demonstrative of a lack of responsibility and accountability for his own conduct," he said. District Court Judge Ian White agreed with the submission, and said he also noticed Amin was "staring intently" at Mr Colliar "during the entirety of his evidence". "I noticed his behaviour when the victim was giving evidence was, in my view, an attempt to intimidate the victim as much as he could," he said. "Mr Colliar did not seek to have his evidence heard in another way and he continued his brave … and dignified conduct … under that pressure." Defence lawyer Aaron Fornarino, on behalf of Amin, told the court there "is very little I can say" but that "Mr Amin maintains that he did not stab Mr Colliar". "Nevertheless, Mr Amin does accept the jury's finding as very serious," he said. Mr Fornarino said the offending was "impulsive", however, Judge White disagreed and said he found Amin had shown dislike for Mr Colliar throughout the evening. "I think it had the background of the simmering dislike of Mr Colliar from the moment he met him outside," he said. Outside court, Amin's family said they still supported their son, who they described as "very sick". Amin will be sentenced next month.
Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Shocking moment two Arizona moms were caught drinking at a bar after leaving young kids inside unlocked car
Two Arizona mothers were arrested after they left their young children inside an unlocked car with a large bag of marijuana while they went drinking at a bar. The pitiful scene unfolded when a good Samaritan found a young girl wandering the parking lot of the Westgate Entertainment District and desperately flagged down Glendale police. 'We found her going up and down here,' the witness tells the police in body camera footage. 'She took us to the car.' Another woman interjects to tell police that the good Samaritan initially asked if the child belonged to her - but she did not. Both women then searched for the child's parents - but they could not find any other adults around at 11 p.m., Law & Crime reports. When officers searched the car, they found three other children - including a seven month old in a car seat - without any adults, according to 12 News. The cops on the scene estimated that the two older children were around three and four years old. Officers could be seen in the video, which Glendale police have since posted online, feeding the crying infant and searching the car for any forms of identification. Instead, one of the officers was seen pulling out a large bag of a green, leafy substance that the police department later confirmed was marijuana. 'Seriously?' the officer utters to himself as he realized what he had found. From there, police entered the different businesses inside the entertainment district looking for the children's parents. Finally, after about 45 minutes, the two women returned to the vehicle. 'Hey, your kids have been here for hours,' one of the officers could be heard telling one of the mothers in the body camera footage. 'Hours?' she responded, incredulously. She then claimed she and her friend just 'went inside to go to the bathroom' and 'we first went to the Salt bathroom,' referring to Salt Tacos y Tequila Bar and Restaurant. 'You went to Salt?' the officer asked. 'You went to a bar,' he clarified. At first, though, the woman claimed she and her friend were just using the bathroom - but when he asked if the bartender would corroborate her story, she admitted 'I mean, we did get a drink.' Meanwhile, the second mother was being questioned by another police officer. She, too, insisted that they had only been gone for about 15 minutes and were only using the bathroom. 'That's a lie,' the officer told her. 'We've been standing with these kids for over 45 minutes.' Eventually, that mother also admitted that she had stopped at the bar. By the time the officers were talking to the two women, who have not been identified, police said they 'smelled like alcohol' and had 'slurred speech.' As it became clear what the two women had done, the first mother could be seen getting emotional as she stood by her claim that she thought they were only gone for about 10 minutes. 'Like... I thought we were going in and out,' she told the officer. 'I'm sorry, I didn't have my phone on me.' At that point, she pleaded with the officer to allow her to keep custody of her children. 'Please don't take my kids away from me,' she said. 'Like, seriously, they're the only things I've got. 'I know this is super, super bad, I promise,' she continued. 'Can I please just walk over to my baby? My heart's about to explode.' But both women were ultimately arrested and charged with child abuse with criminal negligence as their children were brought to a local hospital to be evaluated. However, prosecution was suspended as the women opted to participate in a parenting skills felony diversion program, according to 12 News. In the meantime, their children were placed in the custody of the Department of Child Safety. 'We're thankful to the good Samaritans who stepped in and did the right thing,' the Glendale Police Department said in a statement. 'It's a strong reminder: Leaving kids alone - especially while under the influence - is not only irresponsible, it's illegal,' the department added.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
'Much-Loved' Fishing Boat Captain Missing for Days After Staying on Vessel as It Sank
Jon Stevenson, the captain of a fishing vessel, remains missing after his boat sank near Westport, Wash., on May 9 Three other people from the vessel were rescued "He was selfless in a way, because he cared so much for other people and his family,' said a fisherman who worked with StevensonThe Coast Guard called off the search for the missing captain of a 68-foot fishing vessel that sank off the Washington coast over the weekend, while the victim's friends remembered him as a happy and caring individual. According to a news release shared on Saturday, May 10, the maritime law enforcement agency said the incident involving the Captain Raleigh boat occurred near Westport, Wash., on Friday, May 9. Authorities said they received a distress call from the vessel master at approximately 8:15 a.m., local time, who said the boat was taking on water and the onboard pumps could not keep up. Responders arrived at the scene, and a good Samaritan vessel pulled alongside the Captain Raleigh and offered a dewatering pump, read the Coast Guard news release. Shortly after a rescue crew from Station Grays Harbor arrived at around 8:30 a.m., the Captain Raleigh immediately sank, the Coast Guard added. A Coast Guard Station Grays Harbor boat crew rescued three life-jacket-wearing members of the Captain Raleigh from the water, who were subsequently taken to the station for medical evaluation. Meanwhile, 'the captain was reported to still be aboard the Captain Raleigh when she sank near the Grays Harbor bar entrance,' said the Coast Guard, per its news release. Crews, including a U.S. Navy dive team, took part in the search efforts. At about 11:45 a.m., they pinpointed the location of the Captain Raleigh, said the Coast Guard. However, the Navy dive team was prevented from accessing the wreck site until 6 p.m., due to unfavorable environmental conditions 'Unfortunately, debris, poor visibility, and strong subsurface currents prevented the divers from accessing the interior of the fishing vessel,' the Coast Guard added. At approximately 8:40 p.m., the agency suspended the search for the captain. Capt. Justin Noggle, commander of Coast Guard Sector Columbia River, said in a press statement: "This is a tragedy for our fishing communities. I'm thankful our Coast Guard crews were able to save the three crewmembers quickly, and our hearts are with the family and friends of everyone impacted by this tremendous loss.' Media outlets, including NBC affiliate KGW, the Lincoln Chronicle and The News Tribune, identified the missing captain as Jon Stevenson, 44, of Newport, Ore. According to a Facebook post from the Newport Fishermen's Wives, Stevenson was a husband and father of three children. He was described as a 'much-loved member of the commercial fishing industry up and down the West Coast.' 'An outstanding man who spent his life taking care of and entertaining all with his wicked sense of humor, Jon was deeply cherished by everyone who knew him,' read the group's post. Taunette Dixon, a friend of the Stevenson family and a member of the Newport Fishermen's Wives, told KGW that the captain was known for being joyous. "He was just a happy human,' said Dixon. "He was selfless in a way, because he cared so much for other people and his family,' Kyle Retherford, a commercial fisherman who had worked with Stevenson, said to KGW. 'He loved his family, and it was inspiring.' Dixon established a GoFundMe for Stevenson's family, whose description read in part: 'We all feel the need to help this beautiful family, and this is one thing we can do to ease some of the pressures they are feeling. The thing Jon would want the most is that his family supported and cared for.' PEOPLE contacted the Coast Guard and Dixon for additional information on Tuesday, May 13. The Coast Guard said in its Saturday news release that a Seattle commercial salvage team is expected to arrive at the wreck scene and develop a salvage plan. It added that the sinking had no reported impact on the shoreline. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Southern California police looking to identify alleged child lurer, good Samaritan who intervened
Police are searching for a woman who reportedly tried to lure a child into her car in Palos Verdes Estates, and they are also looking for a good Samaritan who stepped in to help the child. According to a news release issued by the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department, a 10-year-old boy was walking home from Luanda Bay Elementary School around 3:45 p.m. Friday when he was approached by a female driver who twice offered him a ride and said she would text his mother. The interaction took place in the 2400 block of Via Pacheco, approximately half a mile from the elementary school campus, and the boy told authorities that the woman who spoke to him was the sole occupant of the vehicle. Man kidnapped from West L.A. home, dumped at gas station 22 miles away 'The child refused [to enter the woman's vehicle], and a good Samaritan who was walking his dog nearby asked if [the boy] knew the driver…the child told the good Samaritan that he did not,' the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department release reads. 'The unidentified good Samaritan told the child to go home as he talked to the driver. The child was able to run home safely and report the incident to his parents.' Upon receiving the call, officers immediately rushed to the scene; however, they could not locate the female motorist nor the man who helped the boy. Detectives are seeking information on both of their identities and released the following descriptions: Female motorist: Black female, approximately 30 to 50 years old, medium build, brown hair Female vehicle: Light blue, newer model SUV similar to a Kia EV9 Good Samaritan: White male, approximately 70 years old, wearing a baseball cap and black sunglasses, walking a white lab Based on information provided and descriptions obtained, PVEPD contacted the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District – of which Luanda Bay Elementary is a part of – to assist in their investigation, and neighboring law enforcement jurisdictions have also been alerted to the incident. Notifications to parents will be made by the district, police added. Man, 46, sought by authorities and family after not being seen for over a week No further details surrounding the active investigation were immediately released. Anyone who has any information surrounding the incident, including the identities of the suspect and good Samaritan, is asked to contact Palos Verdes Estates Police Department Detective Neil Sisson by calling 310-378-4211 or emailing nsission@ To submit an anonymous tip, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
