Gwinnett teacher dies after saving girl from Myrtle Beach rip current
TL;DR
A Gwinnett County teacher, Derrick Moore, died after swimming out to rescue a girl caught in a rip current at Myrtle Beach; he managed to bring her to safety but was pulled underwater and his body washed ashore. He leaves behind four children, and his family described him as a loving father and dedicated educator.
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