WATCH: Mother and Good Samaritans rescue toddler after car plunges into water

A mother and several Good Samaritans jumped into action and saved a toddler from a sinking car after the vehicle accidentally drove into the Menasha Marina.

Now police are calling their actions heroic.

Officers say it happened just before 9 p.m. Tuesday when the driver lost control and went into the water.

MPD car in marina water

“The courage shown by this mother and the community members who rushed to her side prevented a tragedy,” Menasha Chief of Police Nick Thorn said. “Their actions reflect the very best of our community and remind us how powerful it is when people step forward in moments of need.”…

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