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Hero Boy, 12, Takes Wheel at 60 MPH to Save Mom
28 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A 12-year-old boy steered his mother's car to safety after she fainted.
- The car was traveling nearly 60 mph when the mother lost consciousness.
- The boy guided the car onto a grass verge and brought it to a safe stop.
In a remarkable display of bravery, 12-year-old Zac Howells saved himself and his mother when she collapsed at the wheel of their car. Nicola Crump fainted while driving on a dual carriageway at nearly 60 mph, with her foot pressing the accelerator.
As the car sped up, Zac, who was in the passenger seat, managed to wake his mother. When that failed, he took control of the steering wheel. He expertly maneuvered the vehicle onto a grass verge, slowed it down, and brought it to a safe halt.
Following the terrifying ordeal, Zac switched off the engine and made a calm emergency call, providing precise directions. Paramedics checked Nicola, who suffers from low blood pressure. Zac has been praised by police for his incredible composure and quick actions, earning him a bravery award.
