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Lifeguard's Barefoot Dash to Save Lives
16 Dec
Summary
- Lifeguard Jackson Doolan sprinted 1.5km barefoot with a defibrillator.
- He ran towards the attack scene while others fled.
- The lifeguard clubhouse served as a makeshift hospital.
In the wake of a brutal terror attack at Bondi, lifeguard Jackson Doolan’s extraordinary courage has come to light. He was photographed sprinting 1.5 kilometers barefoot from Tamarama beach, carrying a defibrillator, to reach the scene where others were fleeing. His selfless act underscores the bravery shown by first responders during the horrific event.
The community rallied together in the aftermath, with the lifeguard clubhouse adjacent to the attack site quickly becoming a makeshift hospital. This demonstrated the immediate and vital role the lifeguards played in assisting the dozens of victims alongside police and ambulance crews.
The actions of Doolan and his fellow lifeguards have been widely commended, with officials praising their selflessness. While the community grapples with the tragedy, these acts of heroism serve as a powerful reminder of the good that emerges in the face of evil.
