{"id":348585,"date":"2026-06-24T15:01:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T15:01:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/348585\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T15:01:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T15:01:19","slug":"7-year-old-texas-boy-saves-little-brother-after-finding-him-unresponsive-in-a-pool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/348585\/","title":{"rendered":"7-year-old Texas boy saves little brother after finding him unresponsive in a pool"},"content":{"rendered":"

BURLESON, Tx. (KABC) — A 7-year-old boy in Texas is being hailed as a hero for saving his 1-year-old brother’s life after the toddler was found unresponsive in a swimming pool.<\/p>\n

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According to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office<\/a>, Patrick pulled his little brother, Liam, out of the pool and quickly alerted his mom and neighbors to the situation.<\/p>\n

Paramedics arrived at the scene and were able to stabilize Liam before transporting him to a local hospital. The boy is expected to make a full recovery.<\/p>\n

“In moments of crisis, even adults can freeze under pressure. Patrick did the opposite,” read a statement issued by Lt. Keven George with the sheriff’s office. “He remained focused, acted with urgency, and demonstrated a level of courage, awareness, and determination far beyond his years. His actions played a critical role in the chain of events that helped save his brother’s life.”<\/p>\n

Deputies have nominated Patrick for a Sheriff’s Commendation Award. The nomination will be presented to the Sheriff’s Office Awards Committee and voted on at their next meeting. If approved, Patrick will receive a Sheriff’s Commendation Award and pin in recognition of his courageous actions.<\/p>\n

“Our entire Sheriff’s Office family is incredibly proud of Patrick,” George said. “His selflessness, courage, and love for his little brother serve as a powerful reminder that heroes come in all ages and sizes.”<\/p>\n

The video featured in the media player above is the ABC7 Los Angeles 24\/7 streaming channel<\/p>\n

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