A man on A1A near the intersection of South Street and the Space Coast Parkway earlier this week acted swiftly to rescue two toddlers who had wandered into traffic. The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. when the children, aged 3 and 4, strayed from their parents near the busy thoroughfare. A passerby who declined to give their name said they saw the children in the crosswalk and immediately ran to pull them to safety. The man told police he grabbed the kids and held them until their parents arrived. Both children were unharmed. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating why the toddlers were left unsupervised. A spokesperson said no charges have been filed but emphasized the importance of keeping children within sight at all times. The incident has sparked conversations on social media, with many praising the hero’s quick thinking. The Good Samaritan, who works as a local construction manager, said they didn’t think about their own safety during the rescue. 'I just knew I had to act,' they told investigators. The man has no history of criminal activity and has not spoken publicly about the event. The parents, who were identified as Sarah and Michael Thompson of Cocoa, said they were 'shaken but grateful.' They were waiting for a friend when the children wandered off. 'We’re just thankful someone was there,' Michael Thompson said. The incident has prompted calls for increased safety measures near A1A, which sees heavy traffic daily. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office said it will review the area for potential improvements. Meanwhile, the community continues to celebrate the unnamed hero’s actions. 'It’s a reminder of the good people in our area,' said neighbor Linda Martinez, who lives two blocks from the scene.