Hero electrician's family very proud of medal honour
September 25, 2025
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Carisa Lee & Anna-Lisa Paul
Electrician Akil Des Vignes says his family remains ecstatic about his Hummingbird Medal (Bronze) for gallantry, following his heroic act of saving a four-year-old child from serious harm at the Carousel Park, MovieTowne, Port-of-Spain, in July.
What started as a fun Sunday to the amusement park with his family, ended with Des Vignes rushing in to save the young child, who was clinging to the Ferris Wheel high above the ground for dear life.
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