Qing Chen, Man Who Rescued Baby Who Plunged From 18th Ave Window, Honored By Bensonhurst Officials And Borough President

When baby Ayana was spotted crawling on an awning on 18th Avenue, Qing Chen sprung to action, climbed out onto the awning and grabbed the 18-month-old child. Chen was honored yesterday for his heroics by a slew of public officials with a ‘Qing Chen Recognition Day’ proclamation.

As we reported last week, a baby had slipped through an air-conditioning unit, landing on the awning of Computer Tenda Tech (8015 18th Avenue). The 27-year-old Chen, who works at Pure Health Pharmacy (8014 18th Avenue) across the street, sprinted to the apartment and grabbed the baby before she was seriously hurt.

Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz was proud to honor Chen for his deeds.

“Qing Chen’s quick thinking, determination and compassion saved little Ayana’s life. He is an example of the courage that resides in all of us to help our fellow Brooklynite in their hour of need. I join all Brooklynites in applauding his courage,” Markowitz said in a press release.

Assemblyman Peter Abbate and Councilman Vincent Gentile joined Markowitz, and doled out their own honors.

A hearty congratulations to Chen from the staff of Bensonhurst Bean.