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Gatundu Hero: Driver and Good Samaritan Rescue Sick Child from Hospital

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 26 November 2019.

On November 26, 2019, a dramatic scene unfolded in Gatundu, Kenya, as a driver and his passengers sprang into action to save a young life.

A Facebook user, identified as Hon. Mario Nderi, shared the story of a child who had been rushed to Gatundu Level 5 Hospital but was in dire need of medical attention.

According to Nderi, the child's mother had left him at the hospital, but the child's condition worsened, and he was in distress.

Enter the heroic driver and his passengers, who were traveling in a GNT Sacco vehicle. They quickly sprang into action, rushing the child to Neema Hospital in Kahawa Sukari.

"The driver and his passengers were so quick to respond to the child's distress call," Nderi said. "They ensured the child received medical attention before leaving the hospital."

Not only did the driver and his passengers rescue the child, but they also raised funds to cover his medical expenses.

The online community praised the driver and his passengers for their selfless act, with many wishing them well.

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