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Homeless people aren't often thought of as heroes, but three men in the US have shown their true worth to the community.<\/p>\n

Deputy Kevin Meyer had been dispatched to a McDonald's restaurant in Florida to detain Patrick Davis, who was suspected of stealing a backpack.<\/p>\n

As Deputy Meyer tried to handcuff Mr Davis a scuffle ensued and it became pretty obvious that he was in need of a helping hand.<\/p>\n

Despite the fact the fast food outlet was full, no one got involved as the two males were left fighting.<\/p>\n

That is, until Peter Finch, Jose Ramos and Carmello Maldonade stepped in.<\/p>\n

The three men must have decided enough was enough and they grappled Mr Davis to the floor and helped make sure Deputy Meyer could arrest him.<\/p>\n

"I think they're phenomenal. They decided to make a move, risk personal injury to themselves to help a stranger, basically," the policeman told NBC Miami.<\/p>\n

Posted by Simon Williams\"ADNFCR-2867-ID-801317601-ADNFCR\"<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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