August 23rd 2024.
Gareth Parry-Jones, a 75-year-old dog walker, had a near-death experience on a beach in Denbighshire, Wales. He was accompanied by his beloved dog, Bitsy, a 14-year-old Lakeland and Jack Russell cross. Their usual evening walk on Horton's Nose, a nature reserve by the mouth of the River Clwyd in Rhyl, took a dangerous turn when the tide began to rise.
As they walked along the foreshore, Gareth decided to take a different route back. Little did he know, this decision would lead him to get stuck in deep mud as the tide came in. Gareth, being a fisherman, knew the danger of the tide rising quickly when combined with the river outflow. He tried to free himself, but the mud was up to his knees and he couldn't escape.
Gareth's cries for help went unheard as there was no one around. He began to lose hope until he heard voices in the distance. Two young schoolboys, aged 12 and 13, had heard his calls for help and came running to his aid. Gareth's loyal dog, Bitsy, stayed by his side, sensing that something was wrong.
Luckily, Gareth had his mobile phone with him, but it was in his rucksack that he couldn't reach. After half an hour of shouting for help, the two boys arrived and began to pull him out using the dog lead still around his neck. Despite the rising water and his desperate situation, Gareth couldn't help but be amazed by the calm and brave demeanor of the two boys.
After thirty minutes of inching his way out of the mud, Gareth was finally free. He was exhausted and cold, with the water up to the top of his legs. Another ten minutes and he could have been submerged in the sea. The boys, whose names he didn't get in the chaos of the moment, had saved his life.
Back at home, Gareth posted on Facebook to find the two heroes who had saved him. Through the help of social media, he was able to connect with one of the boys' uncles. Today, Gareth was reunited with the boys at Funky Feet Records, where he helps out. As a thank you, the shop owner gave the boys watches, and Gareth gave them some money, grateful for their bravery and selflessness.
Despite the traumatic experience, Gareth is filled with gratitude for the two boys who pulled him to safety. Their calm and collected actions saved his life, and he will never forget their kindness and courage. He hopes to stay in touch with them and continue to show his appreciation for their heroic deed.
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