Imagine driving down the highway and all of a sudden seeing 13 tractor-trailer trucks stopped under a bridge. This would stop all traffic. It would be normal to feel frustrated, but what if you knew the amazing reason for this strange blockade?
State Trooper Michael Shaw got a scary call in Huntington Woods, Michigan, about a guy who was threatening to jump off a bridge. Shaw quickly came up with a way to save the man’s life.
Shaw called a police officer to direct traffic and then told a group of truck drivers what he needed them to do right away. Thirteen drivers stopped right away and set up their trucks to cover the area under the bridge.
Their generous action made a safety net that kept the man from jumping and kept him from getting hurt as much as possible. The truckers carefully waited for four hours, blocking the highway to make sure the man was safe.
Finally, the man gave up, and emergency services took him to safety, giving him the help he needed so badly.
This strange event shows how kind and caring people can be to strangers. The 13 truck drivers who stopped what they were doing to save a life show that there are good people who are willing to help.
Their brave act is a strong message that there is always help available. You can get help if you or someone you know is having sadness or suicidal thoughts. Don’t be afraid to call emergency or crisis lines in your area.
Kindness can be hard to find in the world, but this story shows the regular people who make a difference. These truck drivers showed that kindness and care can win out even in the worst situations.
