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Heroic Bystanders Rescue Woman from Sinking SUV in Virginia

1/21/2026

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A woman was rescued from a sinking SUV in Virginia Beach on January 16.
Bystanders, including Navy aviation rescue swimmer Jeremy Way, broke windows to pull her free.
The driver had suicidal intent and could not unlock the doors as water rose.
The driver and two rescuers sustained minor injuries and were treated at a hospital.
Virginia Beach Police are investigating the incident, and the SUV was recovered later.

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Story summary

A woman was rescued from a sinking SUV in Virginia Beach on January 16.
Bystanders, including Navy aviation rescue swimmer Jeremy Way, broke windows to pull her free.
The driver had suicidal intent and could not unlock the doors as water rose.
The driver and two rescuers sustained minor injuries and were treated at a hospital.
Virginia Beach Police are investigating the incident, and the SUV was recovered later.