Boy, 14, hears woman banging on front door screaming ‘Let me in!’ — He’s hailed a ‘hero’ for saving her

James Persyn III, who was just 14 years old when he did an amazing deed for a woman in need, was looking after his younger siblings when he heard a loud banging on the front door.

His father left him home with his 11-year-old sister Acelin Persyn and his 2-year-old brother Angus Persyn while he drove to J&M Produce and Nursery, where his fiancée worked, to drive her home.

James Persyn III.┃Source: youtube.com/Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25

Recalling that night, which happened back in 2013, James explained that the woman was shouting “Let me in! Let me in!” and was desperate to enter his home.

When James opened the door, she ran inside and he could see that she was severely injured.

The woman was a victim of kidnapping and sexual abuse by an ex-convict, Eric Ramsey. She was so frightened that she went straight to the kitchen and hid.

“She’s like, ‘We gotta hide! There’s someone out there who just kidnapped me and he’s trying to kill me,'” James recalled.

At that moment, James looked outside and noticed a car approaching his house. Recalling his dad’s instructions in a case of emergency, he hid his siblings and the woman in the bathtub of one of the bathrooms which was concealed entirely because of the lack of windows.

James Persyn III and Acelin Persyn.┃Source: youtube.com/Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25

James then instructed his sister to call 911 while he grabbed his hunting knife.

The convict got to the house’s door and started banging and threatening to kill everyone if they don’t let him get inside.

In the meantime, James called his father and told him they were in danger. The father was in a frantic rush to ensure the safety of his children.

At this point, Ramsey, who wasn’t let inside, tried setting the house on fire with matches by spreading gasoline around it.

Acelin Persyn.┃Source: youtube.com/Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25

When the father arrived, he noticed flames at the front base of the house but was able to extinguish the fire with his feet and body. He then tried to open the door, but as he was unable to do that, he started breaking the windows in order to get to his children.

At that point, police arrived and believed the father was the intruder, and when the sheriff pointed a gun towards him, he explained that he was the father and he was trying to bring his children to safety.

Realizing the police was there, the children got out of the bathroom.

James Persyn III shaking County Sheriff Leo Mioduszewsk’s hand with his sister Acelin Persyn by his side.┃Source: youtube.com/Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25

The officers questioned both the children and the woman after which she was taken to the hospital to receive medical attention.

Speaking of the incident, the children’s father said, “My daughter was quite hysterical. My son, you could tell he was upset and scared but he handled it very well.”

The night was an intensive one, especially because Ramsey was still on the run.

Luckily, the following morning, the family was informed that the ex-convict was tracked down and fatally shot.

County Sheriff Leo Mioduszewsk.┃Source: youtube.com/Mid-Michigan now on FOX66 & NBC25

When the story of James’ bravery spread around, his classmates and the entire community hailed him a hero, but he said he only did what he believed to be the right thing.

Isabella County also presented lifesaving awards to James and his younger sister Acelin following the traumatic incident. County Sheriff Leo Mioduszewski, who presented the awards, said, “There’s no question in this case that those young children ended up earning that. Without them opening up that door, there’s no way that victim would have survived that night.”

We congratulate James for his bravery.

Please SHARE this incredible story with your family and friends on Facebook.

Bored Daddy

Love and Peace

Monica Pop
Monica Pop
Monica Pop is a senior writer for Bored Daddy magazine covering the latest trending and popular articles across the United States and around the world.

More from author

Related posts

Latest posts

Courtroom Chaos: Mother Takes Justice Into Her Own Hands, Shoots Daughter’s Rapist

Desperation or premeditated vengeance? What began as a routine courtroom session spiraled into a deadly spectacle that stunned all in attendance. Amid a case already...

A Quiet Drive Turned Fatal: Parents and Young Son Discovered Lifeless in River

Tragedy in Cariri: A Family's Final Journey and the Questions Left Behind Something about the crash didn’t sit right with those who arrived first. A...

Heartbreaking 911 call reveals new details about Diane Keaton’s sudden death

Diane Keaton was widely regarded as a true Hollywood icon and one of the most talented actresses of her generation. Over a career spanning...

Biblical Perspective on Age Differences Between Couples

Whispers are spreading quicker than official reports, and Oprah Winfrey’s silence is only intensifying curiosity. Could one of America’s most respected cultural figures be...

At the funeral, a white horse appeared as the coffin was loaded — what happened next left everyone in tears

Humans and horses share a bond that often needs no words, and Thomas Hale knew this better than anyone. For sixty years, he lived...

Improve your oral health naturally with garlic

If you're looking for an easy, natural way to boost your oral health, your kitchen already holds the answer. Garlic not only adds flavor...