Minnesota boy fighting for life after rescuing younger brother from creek
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A five-year-old Minnesota boy is fighting for his life after rescuing his younger brother from an icy creek.
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Five-year-old Ashkan Thibodeaux is fighting for his life in a hospital after rescuing his younger brother, Wyatt, from the icy water of a creek in Minnesota. Ashkan reportedly jumped into the frigid water on Easter Sunday after Wyatt fell in while they were exploring. The boy successfully rescued his brother but has since been in critical condition, though his family reports steady progress. Ashkan's story of bravery has garnered widespread attention online.
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