Dylan Harris was on his way to school when he saw Christine Gazi being attacked by a mugger. He quickly intervened to help her even though he then became the target.
Secunda, Mpumalanga – Dylan was on his way to school when he saw a fellow student from Secunda High School being attacked in the strip near Secunda Primary.
The attacker was trying to steal Christine Gazi’s cellphone. He intervened using his bicycle and when the attacker’s attention was diverted, Christine got her chance to run to safety.
The attacker turned his full attention on Dylan in the scuffle, his phone was taken but thankfully he escaped without any major injury.
“Dylan Harris is a Grade 11 pupil of Secunda High School and Christine Gazi a Grade 10 pupil of Secunda High School.
We are very proud of Dylan’s courageous response and grateful that the two pupils are safe. Parents are advised to ensure that their children do not walk or cycle alone in the green strips near Secunda Primary School.”
People were deeply moved by his efforts to protect Christine. A few have come forward to help cover the cost of his stolen phone. Christine’s mother was so grateful for his efforts as well.
“Dylan you will always have a special place in my heart for saving my daughter, my heart goes out for you. God bless you forever” – Eunise Gaz
The post has gone viral and people are so grateful for young men like Dylan.
“Well done young man! Christines mom, Eunice is one of our collegues at WMPG. We would like to donate R500 towards buying a new phone for you! This is the way young men should act when they see a lady in distress! Well done!” – Irma Swanich
“Well done Dylan u will be blessed for helping the young lady that is what we need to work and stand together in this great country” – Chris Swartz
We have so much hope for South Africa. Stories like this really uplift people.
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