"This is the best story I've ever heard. He didn't even hesitate," Benoit told the police.
"It was instinct," Barber agreed.
After the suspect had been driven away, Barber and Benoit began to head for home. As they passed the three women, the women turned toward them and gave a chorus of "Thank you, guys!"
Said Armini, "It's a good example of students helping students."
The victim and her two friends declined comment.
--Garrett M. Graff contributed to the reporting of this article.