(Photos)Brave policewoman saves toddler thrown in reservoir by mum

 A toddler who was thrown into a reservoir by his mum managed to stay afloat for two hours before a policewoman heard his screams.

Brandon Gitahi had been tossed into the water after his mother believed she was unable to care for him.But as she fled, the little boy's coat acted as a buoyancy aid and the tot was kept alive.

Alone in the dark, his panicked cries and screams were heard by sergeant Ruth Cheptoon who was passing the Chinga Dam in Kenya.She selflessly dived into the dark water and swam nearly 500 feet, following the noise, to reach the stricken boy.

The mother, who reportedly committed the act after thinking she had nowhere else to turn, has been tracked down and arrested,Daily Mirror reports.

Brandon is now being treated in hospital with Sgt Cheptoon at his side.

Kenyans were full of praise for the brave officer, with many calling for her to be promoted.