US EditionHeroic Act: Family Speaks of Colombian Youth Who Died Saving Drowning Swimmers in Sarasota
COLORADO RIVER NEAR YUMA, ARIZONA AND GREAT SACANDAGA LAKE, FULTON COUNTY, NEW YORK, JUL 8 – Both men drowned while trying to save others, with one rescuing two children and the other his girlfriend, highlighting risks of water rescues, officials said.
- Jeff Brady, a 51-year-old man, drowned on Saturday afternoon while rescuing his girlfriend's nephews from a strong current near Hidden Shores Resort in Yuma, Arizona.
- The incident took place when the two boys, aged 10 and 12, were swept away from the shallow area by the current at Horseshoe Island sandbar, leading Brady to swim out and rescue them.
- Brady managed to keep the two boys safe in the water until a boat arrived to rescue them, but he then struggled to stay afloat himself and ultimately submerged, leading to a search that recovered his body later that evening.
- Family friend Summer Needham shared that Jeff prioritized keeping both children safe and giving them air until help arrived, though sadly, he did not survive. Another friend, Joann Ripley, described him as having a very kind and generous nature.
- Following Brady's death, loved ones called him a hero, and his family is raising funds via GoFundMe to cover therapy for the rescued boys and assist with related expenses.
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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - UFC CEO and President Dana White has donated $10,000 to the GoFundMe for the family of Jeff Brady. Over the weekend, Brady gave his life to save two boys from drowning in the Colorado River. Brady was well-known in the Mixed Martial Arts community around San Diego, and had recently moved to Yuma with his partner. The GoFundMe has a goal of $80,000 with $72,690 raised so far. Funds will help with funeral expenses, livin…
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