When Paul Myers, 70, collapsed from cardiac arrest in a McDonald’s, fate brought a hero into the restaurant at the perfect moment. Brian Harris, on a break from his railway job, was nearby when a bystander alerted him to the emergency. Harris immediately sprang into action, performing CPR and using a defibrillator to restart Myers’ heart just before an ambulance arrived.
Grateful beyond words, Myers later took to social media to find and thank the man who had saved his life. The pair have since met up multiple times, forging what they call a “lifelong friendship.” Recalling the day, Harris said, “I wasn’t going to give up—I was determined to fight for his life.” Myers, who has no memory of the incident, describes himself as “eternally grateful” for Harris’ quick actions, sharing that it’s been hard to find the words to express his thanks.
During their first meeting, Harris greeted him with the heartfelt words, “It’s so good to see you alive.” Now, their bond stands as a testament to the incredible power of kindness and quick thinking in turning a moment of crisis into a lifelong connection.