51-year-old Kevin Barrett and 31-year-old Cameron Whiting from San Diego County receive Carnegie Medal for rescuing Caleb Adams from a shark attack.

Kevin Barrett, 51, and Cameron Whiting, 31, from San Diego County, will receive the Carnegie Medal for their bravery in rescuing 46-year-old Caleb Adams, who was attacked by a juvenile great white shark in Del Mar on June 2. After Adams fought off the shark, Barrett and Whiting swam to him, provided aid, and helped him to shore. Adams required emergency surgery but has since recovered. They are among 18 recipients honored this year.

September 23, 2024
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