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'Such an honor': Clarence teen awarded NYS Senate Liberty Medal after heroic rescue during spring break

Brody Kaufman was honored for his quick thinking and leadership in saving a kayaker from a strong current during spring break, earning top state and county awards.

Summary by WKBW
You may remember the story from earlier this year a spring break trip that turned into a life-or-death rescue in the Florida Keys. Now, the Clarence High School senior at the center of it is receiving one of New York States highest civilian honors.WATCH: 'It was incredible': Spring break in Florida takes a dramatic and heroic turn for a Clarence teen 'It was incredible': Spring break in Florida takes a dramatic and heroic turn for a Clarence tee…

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WKBW broke the news in on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
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