Indian Man Suffers Cardiac Arrest While Saving Two From Drowning In UK, Family Donates Organs

Rushabh reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest after the incident and was rushed to Milton Keynes University Hospital by air ambulance.

Rushabh had moved to the UK with his wife, Mili, and their daughter.

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• Rushabh Patel rescued two drowning people in UK river.
• He suffered cardiac arrest after rescue, declared brain dead.
• Organ donation saved 5-6 lives; community raised funds.

What began as a peaceful family outing in the UK ended in tragedy and heroism for a 28-year-old Indian man who lost his life after rescuing two people from drowning in a river near Newport Pagnell in Milton Keynes.

Rushabh Patel, originally from Ahmedabad, jumped into the water on May 26 after hearing cries for help from two people struggling in the river, as per Humans Of Bombay. Despite the dangerous current, he managed to pull both of them to safety.

Man Suffered Cardiac Arrest

However, the rescue effort came at a devastating cost. Rushabh reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest after the incident and was rushed to Milton Keynes University Hospital by air ambulance.

Doctors fought to save him for two days, but he was declared brain dead on May 28 after prolonged oxygen deprivation caused severe damage to his brain.

Rushabh had moved to the UK with his wife, Mili, in search of a better future for their 18-month-old daughter, Vrumi. Family members described him as a caring husband, devoted father and someone who always put others before himself.

Even after his death, Rushabh continued to save lives. As a registered organ donor, his kidneys, liver and other organs were donated, helping five to six people receive a second chance at life.

The tragedy has deeply moved the local community, which has raised more than £26,000 to support his wife and young daughter.

Rushabh’s family said his final act reflected the kind of person he always was -- selfless, compassionate and willing to help others without hesitation.