Surveillance footage shows the man stretching out his arms desperately as the child plummeted. Despite his effort, he failed to break her fall completely, and the child suffered serious injuries. She was rushed to the hospital, where she remains under medical care.

The girl’s family claims the man’s “failure to act properly” contributed to the severity of her injuries, insisting he should be held financially responsible. Their demand for $2 million in damages has ignited heated debate online.

Some argue the man should be hailed as a hero for even trying, risking himself to save the child in a nearly impossible situation. Others side with the family, claiming his intervention was clumsy and may have worsened the outcome.

Legal experts say the case could set a dangerous precedent—holding bystanders legally accountable for rescue attempts that don’t succeed. “If this lawsuit moves forward, it may discourage good Samaritans from stepping in during emergencies out of fear of being sued,” one analyst warned.

The case has since gone viral, with people around the world debating the morality, legality, and humanity of the situation. Was the man a hero who tried his best, or should he now pay millions for failing to save a life?