In Virginia Beach, bystanders, including a Navy rescue swimmer, jumped into cold water to save a woman trapped inside an SUV that had driven off a boat ramp and was rapidly sinking behind a restaurant.
Video shows rescuers smashing windows and eventually pulling her out just before the vehicle fully submerged.
During the struggle the Navy swimmer, Jeremy Way, said the woman initially resisted help and expressed a desire not to be saved, but was eventually convinced to accept their efforts. Way later referenced having struggled with mental health himself while urging anyone in crisis to seek support through available resources.
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or mental health challenges, reach out for support by calling or texting 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US and Canada, available 24/7. Please seek professional help from a qualified mental health provider and know that you are not alone.
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