A man has rescued a girl who was reportedly drowning in a river after jumping into the water upon hearing cries for help.
A video circulating on social media shows the man jumping into the river to rescue the girl, who was struggling in the water.
Recounting the incident, the man said he had been standing near a bus stop close to a bridge when he heard people screaming.
He said he rushed towards the scene and noticed a girl drowning in the river.
The man immediately removed his T-shirt and set aside his mobile phone and wallet before jumping into the water to rescue her.
He said that with the assistance of his friends, they used a rope to pull the girl to safety.
According to the rescuer, the girl was subsequently admitted to the Peradeniya Hospital and is recovering well.
The exact location of the incident has not yet been confirmed. (Newswire)