A 17-year-old New Hampshire teen, Brady Procon, was caught on video leaping from a jet ski to stop an unmanned powerboat that was spinning uncontrollably on Lake Winnipesaukee.
1. A New Hampshire teen was hailed as a hero after he leaped from a jet ski to stop an unmanned powerboat that was spinning out of control on Lake Winnipesaukee.
2. Brady Procon, 17, sprang into action after his father, Jeremy, alerted him to the runaway boat dangerously circling in Smith's Cove.
Teen Hero: New Hampshire Teen Stops Runaway Boat
3. "I was sitting on the porch when my dad yelled that there was an out-of-control boat in the wake zone," Procon told WMUR-TV.
4. Procon learned that the operator of the boat, a sailing instructor from a local sailing association, had been thrown overboard while teaching kids how to sail.
Teen Hero: New Hampshire Teen Stops Runaway Boat
5. The instructor had reached for a tennis ball used in teaching how to turn when the boat of one of the students tipped over, striking the instructor's throttle.
6. The force of the impact sent the instructor into the water, leaving the boat spinning wildly on the lake.
Teen Hero: New Hampshire Teen Stops Runaway Boat
7. Bystanders rushed to assist the students, safely guiding them away from the runaway vessel.
8. Unhesitatingly, Procon jumped onto the unmanned boat from the back of a neighbor's jet ski and was swiftly brought alongside the runaway boat.
Teen Hero: New Hampshire Teen Stops Runaway Boat
9. Captured on video, Procon's daring leap and subsequent maneuver to bring the vessel to a stop showcased his quick thinking and bravery.
10. "I'm a little, I'm realizing what I did, a little bit scared, but it was fun, I'd do it again," Procon told WMUR-TV.
11. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of the incident.
12. Lake Winnipesaukee, the largest lake in New Hampshire, is known for its picturesque landscapes and popular recreational activities.
13. Procon's heroic intervention not only prevented further potential harm but also ensured the safety of others enjoying the lake.
14. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of water safety and the courage that can emerge in the face of danger.
15. Procon's bravery and quick action have earned him widespread recognition as a hero in his community and beyond.
