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Good Samaritans Rescue Driver from Fiery Crash on Minnesota Highway

A group of bystanders and a highway worker saved a man from a burning car after a severe crash in St. Paul, highlighting acts of bravery and quick response.

  • The incident occurred last Thursday around 6:30 p.m. on Interstate 94 when a Honda SUV struck a light pole and burst into flames.
  • Kadir Tolla, a bystander, played a crucial role in the rescue, describing it as the 'scariest moment of his life.'
  • A highway worker broke the vehicle's window, enabling the group to pull the trapped driver to safety just as flames intensified.
  • The driver, a 71-year-old man, was transported to the hospital for evaluation but did not sustain serious injuries.
  • The dramatic rescue was captured on dashcam video, which has been widely shared, drawing attention to the courageous efforts of the rescuers.
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