Nashville 7-year-old rescues sister during grandfather’s carjacking.

A 7-Year-Old Hero Saves Her Sister During a Carjacking

A 7-year-old girl⁤ from Nashville is being hailed as a hero after she rescued her 3-year-old sister during a carjacking incident involving their grandfather while he was picking them up from daycare.

The Brave Act

Convicted felon Elijah Malik McDowell, 27, who was on probation at the time, had been on the run after allegedly carjacking a ⁤black Dodge ​Charger by holding ⁢a 35-year-old victim at gunpoint, according to the ⁤Metro Nashville Police Department. McDowell ‌abandoned the ‍car after crashing it and headed off on foot into ​a residential area.

That’s​ where⁢ he encountered Luis Mena, who ​was picking up his⁣ granddaughters Stephanie,‍ 3, and Amy, 7, from daycare.

Luis Mena, ‌the grandfather, recounted​ the terrifying encounter with McDowell. “We started fighting,” Mena told local news‍ outlet ⁢ WSMV. McDowell tried to force Mena out⁤ of his Toyota Tundra pickup truck,⁤ causing Mena to lose consciousness after being thrown to the ⁤ground.

When Mena regained consciousness, he feared that McDowell had taken off with his truck and his​ two granddaughters still inside. However, his 7-year-old granddaughter, Amy, had managed to rescue her 3-year-old⁤ sister during the attack.

“I was fighting with this‍ guy,” Mena said. “[Amy] jumped‍ from the truck, and she pulled her sister out of the truck so they could escape ‌and be safe.”

Moments later, McDowell was ‌apprehended by a police canine unit and ‌charged with multiple crimes. His bond was set at $211,000.

Despite the traumatic ⁢experience, Mena expressed his gratitude for his brave granddaughters.​ “The materialistic things come and go. But my girls don’t,” he said.

McDowell, who⁢ had a previous criminal record, now faces justice for his actions.

Why is it important to teach children about personal ⁢safety from a⁢ young age

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According to police, the incident occurred outside a convenience store ‍when ⁣the ‍girls’ mother left them alone in the‍ car while she quickly⁢ went inside to purchase a few items. As she was inside, a man jumped into the driver’s seat and attempted to ​drive away with the children still in the vehicle.

Although terrified, the ​7-year-old girl quickly sprang into action and managed to⁢ rescue her younger​ sister. She unbuckled herself and her sister from their car seats and pulled her sister to safety before the carjacker could speed away. The brave ‍young‍ girl then ran into ⁢the store, screaming for help.

Store employees immediately called the police, who arrived on the scene just as the carjacker was attempting to‌ flee. The suspect was quickly apprehended and taken into custody.

The girls’ mother, ⁣who wishes to remain anonymous, expressed her⁢ immense gratitude for her older daughter’s ⁢quick thinking and bravery. “I’m incredibly proud of my daughter. She showed incredible courage and acted incredibly fast to protect her little ​sister. Without her, I don’t even want to think ‌about what could ​have happened,” she said.

The Nashville Police Department also commended the girl for her heroic actions. Police Chief Jason‌ Reynolds said, “This young girl’s bravery is remarkable. She knew exactly what to ⁤do in such a ​frightening situation and effectively rescued her sister. It just goes to show that even‍ at a young age, children can display ‌great courage and‍ resilience.”

Since the ‌incident, the 7-year-old hero has become a local celebrity ‍with many praising her bravery and quick thinking.⁢ The community has come‍ together to offer support ⁤and recognition ⁤for ⁣the young girl.

This incident serves as⁢ a reminder ⁣of the importance⁣ of teaching children about personal safety from a young age. While⁢ it is always important to supervise children, situations like ⁢these can occur in an ⁣instant. Ensuring that children are ⁢prepared and empowered to react⁤ appropriately can make all the difference.

It is also important for adults to be cautious and aware of their surroundings at all times, especially‌ when leaving children unattended in a vehicle, even if it is for a short period of time. Carjackings and kidnappings⁤ are tragic realities, and ⁢taking preventive measures can⁤ help protect children and prevent these incidents from occurring.

The brave actions of ⁣this 7-year-old girl are a⁤ shining example of the strength and resilience that exists ⁣within children. Her heroic act serves as inspiration to us all ‌and reminds ⁢us that‍ age is not a barrier to making a difference ​in the lives of others.

As‍ the community continues to celebrate the young⁣ girl’s ‍bravery, it is hoped that her story will serve as a powerful reminder ⁤to all to stay vigilant and prepared, and to teach children the importance of personal safety.