Archive · 28 Dec 2025
12-Year-Old Saves Family After Mother Collapses Driving
A 12-year-old boy named Zac was driving with his mom, Nicola, when she suddenly felt very sick.
She passed out while driving fast on a busy road.
Zac quickly took control of the car, steered it to the side of the road, and stopped it safely.
He then called for help and made sure his mom was okay.
The police were very impressed with Zac's bravery and gave him an award.
Nicola is very thankful to her son for saving their lives.
12-year-old Zac Howells took control of a car after his mother Nicola Crump collapsed while driving at nearly 60 mph.
Nicola fainted due to low blood pressure while heading to Birmingham Christmas market.
Zac steered the car onto the grass verge, slowed it down, and stopped it safely.
He called emergency services, provided directions, and checked his mother's breathing.
Neither Zac nor Nicola was injured, and Zac was awarded a certificate for his bravery.
- Who
- Zac Howells, 12, and his mother Nicola Crump
- What
- Zac took control of the car after his mother collapsed while driving
- When
- 5:30 am
- Where
- Dual carriageway near Ebbw Vale, Wales
- Why
- Nicola Crump fainted due to low blood pressure
- Location
- Ebbw Vale, Wales
- Time of Incident
- 5:30 am
- Speed at Time of Incident
- Nearly 60 mph
- Mother's Condition
- Low blood pressure
- Emergency Response
- Zac called 999 and provided directions
- Award
- Certificate for bravery from police
