Ōtaki Beach near-drowning: Pensioner knocked out by freak waves saved by woman and kite surfer
SummaryJohn Schofield, a 74-year-old man, was rescued after being knocked out by unexpected waves while fishing at Ōtaki Beach. A nearby woman and a kite surfer found him face-down in the water and assisted in his rescue. Schofield was flown to the hospital in serious condition but is now recovering at home, although he remains quite tired and zoned-out, according to one of his daughters. Full Article
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