WASHINGTON (7News) — A brave 12-year-old boy who helped his friend after they were both hit by a dirt bike in Northwest D.C. spoke to 7News exclusively days after the incident.
Ayden was injured along with his friend, Jahari Alford, who was in critical condition when first responders arrived. D.C. Bureau reporter Phylicia Ashley spoke to Ayden, who called for help, his mother, and the councilwoman who holds the power to help ensure this doesn’t happen again.
7News was there the night of the accident and met 12-year-old Ayden, who was incredibly brave, even through his pain and injuries. He was keeping the other kids calm, and he jumped into action to help Jahari…