Frenchman credited with helping to rescue toddler who fell into NYC river is found

Frenchman who helped rescue toddler in NYC found

NEW YORK — A French tourist who rescued a toddler who fell into New York’s East River says he didn’t think twice about diving in to save the girl.

Two-year-old Bridget Sheridan fell off a gangplank at the South Street Seaport museum Saturday. Her father, David Anderson, says she slipped through guardrails when he averted his eyes to adjust his camera.

Julien Duret, of Lyon, France, jumped into the water. Anderson followed closely behind. Duret scooped up the girl and gave her to her father.

The New York Daily News says the 29-year-old tourist got in a cab after the rescue. Duret says he doesn’t think he’s a hero and that anyone would do the same thing.

Anderson says his daughter was unhurt. He says he feels guilty about momentarily taking his eyes off her.

Information from: Daily News, www.nydailynews.com