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Heroic boy, 8, helps save grandfather after their kayak capsizes, drifts miles offshore

An 8-year-old boy helps save his grandfather after their kayak capsizes and drifts miles offshore in Wales.

By Jordan Gartner·2 hr ago

(Gray News) - An 8-year-old boy is being praised for his heroic actions in helping save his grandfather from drowning after their kayak capsized.

Marley and his grandfather, David 'Dai' Jones, were said to be enjoying a vacation last month in Wales when they decided to take their kayak out onto the water.

However, their kayak ended up capsizing, and they found themselves unable to get back on board.

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