The incident occurred on Sunday on the Han River. While walking on a bridge across the river, a man suddenly climbed onto the hand-rails and dived into the water.
The man was saved by the foreigner from committing suicide on Danang's Han River on January 17
Many passers-by called authorities for help after noticing the incident. A foreign man took the decision to jump into the swift water to try and rescue the man.
The authorities quickly arrived at the scene to provide support. A short time later, the man’s relatives appeared to take him home.
The foreign man’s quick action was praised by many people, especially considering the cold weather.
Specific information about the man and the foreigner has not yet been disclosed.