Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Spider-Man Suit Man Rescues Wheelchair User in Arkansas
A young man named Christopher Hellenthal was driving home from work in a Spider-Man costume when he saw a man in a wheelchair struggling to cross a busy street.
Christopher quickly got out of his car and helped the man to safety.
The whole thing was caught on camera and shared online, where people praised him for his heroic act.
It's not the first time someone in a Spider-Man suit has helped others.
Earlier, a man in India also helped people navigate flooded roads while dressed as Spider-Man.
Christopher Hellenthal, 20, rescued a wheelchair user at a busy intersection in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
He was wearing a Spider-Man suit from a superhero event when he saw the man in distress.
Hellenthal quickly rolled the wheelchair to safety as traffic changed.
The incident was captured on a street security camera and shared by local police.
Hellenthal mentioned he had adrenaline pumping and thought it would be funny to help in the suit.
This is not the first time a Spider-Man suit-wearing individual has made headlines for helping others.
- Who
- Christopher Hellenthal, a 20-year-old man in a Spider-Man suit
- What
- Rescued a wheelchair user at a busy intersection
- When
- July 22
- Where
- Jonesboro, Arkansas
- Why
- To help the man in need and embody the spirit of Spider-Man
Heroic Act
Potential Safety Concerns
Heroism vs. Safety
Heroic Act
The act is seen as heroic and inspiring, embodying the spirit of helping others.
Potential Safety Concerns
Some may argue that wearing a costume in traffic could distract drivers and pose safety risks.
- Date
- July 22
- Location
- Jonesboro, Arkansas
- Rescuer
- Christopher Hellenthal
- Occupation
- Trampoline Park Employee
- Event
- Superhero Event
- Police Reaction
- Thanked Hellenthal for his actions
