Six-year-old saves the day by asking delivery driver for help after mom collapses

In a remarkable act of composure and quick thinking, six-year-old Aiden from Newtownards, Co Down, managed to get help when his mother, Liz Crooks, collapsed due to a flare-up of her heart condition, Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Liz, 26, had been preparing to go out with her three children—Aiden, his five-year-old sister Cassie, and two-year-old Luna—when her health took a sudden downturn.

The incident was captured on the family’s Ring doorbell camera. The footage shows Aiden accepting a parcel from an Amazon delivery driver. Instead of just taking the package, Aiden asked, “Can you come and help my mummy?” The delivery driver quickly realized the seriousness of the situation and rushed to assist, making sure to close the gate behind him for safety.

The video has since gone viral, gathering over 20 million views. Online, people have praised Aiden’s calm demeanor and the delivery driver’s swift action. Redditors were particularly impressed by Aiden's maturity in the face of a crisis.

On Reddit, user themudorca commented, "I like how you can tell he was actually worried since his pace quickens when he goes after the kid." Another user, olderthanilook_, highlighted the driver's attention to safety, noting, "He even had the clear head to latch the gate behind him, probably so the kids wouldn't wander out into the street."

The delivery driver's response also garnered praise. User mikefromearth wrote, "At first, the guy is like 'uhh...' But then immediately acts when the kid clarifies. Good man. Good kid. Parents should be proud." LouSputhole94 added, "Honestly, all around 10/10 performance, dude immediately jumps into action, doesn’t upset the kids, and gets the ambulance there ASAP while probably freaking out about the packages and the situation in general."

Some Redditors injected humor into their admiration. User AMediocrePersonality joked, "If that little genius wandered into the street he'd be directing traffic." Another user, Igotshiptodotoday, said, "The boy being so calm would have put me at a 10 on the 'oh shit' scale because it's so clear he's serious."

Overall, the Reddit community was deeply impressed with Aiden's actions. MentalJack expressed, "Clever, polite, didn't panic. What a little legend." No-Sherbet2350 noted Aiden's good manners, saying, "Lil bro has perfect manners, got the 'thank you' right after 'excuse me.'"

This uplifting story serves as a reminder of the importance of teaching children how to respond in emergencies and staying calm under pressure. Aiden and the delivery driver are rightfully being celebrated as heroes, proving that even the smallest actions can have a huge impact.

As the heartwarming video continues to spread, it’s clear that both Aiden’s bravery and the delivery driver’s quick thinking have left a lasting impression on viewers worldwide. Their actions highlight the power of kindness and community, showing that heroes can emerge in the most unexpected situations.

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on July, 2024.