Hero Puts Own Life at Risk Rescuing Drowning Woman from Dangerous Inlet

Jakob pulled into the North side of the jetty at Boynton Beach Inlet. He saw a group of people  trying to pull a woman out of the inlet on the Southside, and quickly drove his truck there. He noticed that they lost their grip on her, and she fell into the water and was swiftly being swept away by the rough current toward the ocean. Jakob valiantly jumped in and swam to the exhausted woman. He was amazingly able to bring her to the seawall where two men helped him pull her out of the water. 

Jakob is described as outgoing, funny, kind, respectful, hardworking and helpful. 

He was nominated by his mom who is so proud of his courageous act of quickly reacting and saving a life. Kids Wish Network is thrilled to honor Jakob for his incredible act of selfless bravery. He shines as an exemplary role model and inspires others. Jakob’s heroism continues, he’s pursuing his dream of becoming a firefighter.