Veterans show their courage in many ways. This veteran showed his as he helped an injured marathon runner cross the finish line.
As Saturday’s Rock’n’Roll Marathon started in Savannah, Georgie, it became clear that the already arduous event would be even more difficult due to the extreme humidity and warmth. Medical officials implemented a comprehensive heat plan, and inspiring servicemen like Sgt. John Cain were prepared to help any way they could.
Because of the extreme heat and humidity, medical officials decided to divert many runners, however many were still able to cross the finish line.
Some runners, like this man needed some assistance with the hazardous conditions. Sgt. John Cain saw this runner fall about 100 yards away from the finish line. The runner was devastated when paramedics told him he had to stop running, which is when Cain stepped in to help.
“My heart started bleeding for him,” Cain said, “so I asked the EMTs if I could walk him to the finish line, would that be OK, and they said OK and followed behind.”
According to the 28-year veteran officer, “I helped pick him up and tears were coming from his eyes and we walked towards the finish. You could almost feel the happiness coming from him.”
In a later press conference, Cain explained that he wanted to help the man because he knew how much it meant to him. He also went on to explain how police and service men do things like this everyday, but are just never seen.
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