@acurrentaffair9: 16-year-old Lachlan made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of love, an act of heroism that's finally being recognised. Watch the full story TONIGHT on #9ACA
Context: He died pushing his girlfriend out of the way of a car that was being driven but a person under the influence of drugs. He died doing so, he sacrificed himself for her. Rip
2026-08-08 05:35:59
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Aunty Fire 🦕 :
"Lachlan McLaren, a 16-year-old who tragically died in 2021 after pushing his girlfriend out of the way of an out-of-control car, received a posthumous bravery medal honored on A Current Affair."
2026-08-08 05:29:52
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mina :
For anyone not knowing, an unlicensed man driving under the influence of drugs was speeding and driving erratically. The vehicle was about to hit Lachlan’s gf so he pushed her out of the way only for the vehicle to hit him, he died at 16. This year is his 21st birthday so Happy Birthday Lachlan
2026-08-08 06:32:23
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Maryperry :
Thanks for making it clear what he did
2026-08-08 03:59:58
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Chlo ♡ :
Some context would be nice.. why is he a hero?
2026-08-08 05:29:51
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TheBeggarInBlack :
no context, no story, how are we supposed to understand anything from this?
2026-08-08 10:36:50
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Mad Dog :
So who is this person
2026-08-08 05:12:55
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StoryTime with Batman :
Could've fucking told us the story.....
2026-08-09 01:38:25
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CJS.69_.05_Guy :
You call him a hero but don’t say what he did.
2026-08-08 09:13:18
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Lopp Dogg 82 :
Parents raised a selfless boy, so much respect and sympathy.
2026-08-08 09:48:17
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michellllleeeeee :
the ultimate sacrifice. what an amazing lad he was
2026-08-10 03:27:49
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Mels :
So sorry for your grief.
May God continue to comfort & strengthen you & everyone who loved him
2026-08-08 05:52:29
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BEunike ❤️❤️ :
He died a hero. I hope I raised my children to be so selfless. Awesome
2026-08-09 21:15:45
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Tahlia💜 :
Rest in peace angel.🕊️🕊️
2026-08-08 07:14:18
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BusyBea :
Bless him. All should have some compassion and understanding by doing some research before being so disrespectful
2026-08-10 00:29:47
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frog_green :
sending my live and prayers to the family what a hero you son was and still is xx
2026-08-09 23:49:09
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vayxbby :
What a bloody brave young man. He didn’t even think twice to save his girlfriend. That’s love right there unconditional 😭😭❤️rest in peace
2026-08-10 02:18:33
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catherineclark801 :
So sorry prayers
2026-08-09 03:35:05
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lyndsiependleton :
I am so sorry for your loss ❤️❤️❤️
2026-08-08 20:56:24
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chrisdonohue121 :
Thoughts and love are with you.❤️
2026-08-08 05:30:38
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Kerri Major :
what a selfless act from this beautiful young man. i can not imagine the pain for this family. I am heartbreaking 💔 for you all. thank you for sharing these beautiful snaps of you son. XOXO ❤️
2026-08-08 08:44:34
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Talisa Barry :
Sending lots of love to family and friends!🤍🤍
2026-08-08 06:59:33
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Paigelesleyxo :
Ohhhh my heart 😭 rest in paradise darling ❤️
2026-08-08 09:43:40
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𝕾𝖔𝖗𝖓𝖎𝟖𝟎-𝕮𝕻𝕿✍ :
No parent should have to bury their child especially like that RIP he’s definitely a brave and amazing boy u guys have
2026-08-08 16:53:56
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Niki Guest :
Aww so sad but what a selfless thing to do what a hero xx
2026-08-08 09:43:09
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