Caught On Cam: Baby Slips From Fourth Floor & Is Miraculously Rescued By Locals
On Sunday, shocking footage from Avadi, Chennai, surfaced, showing an infant sitting precariously on the edge of a tin roof at an apartment complex. The video, now circulating on social media, depicts the dramatic rescue of the baby. While the situation is alarming, it's also heartening to witness the community coming together to save the child.
On Sunday, shocking footage from Avadi, Chennai, surfaced, showing an infant sitting precariously on the edge of a tin roof at an apartment complex. The video, now circulating on social media, depicts the dramatic rescue of the baby. While the situation is alarming, it's also heartening to witness the community coming together to save the child.
A daring rescue of infant
The video unfolds with screams from bystanders as they witness a baby perched on the edge of a tin roof, dangerously close to a potential fall, such that any small movement could lead to a tragic outcome.
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According to the video's caption, the baby, just seven months old, had accidentally slipped from the fourth floor and ended up on a window porch.
This incident occurred in a tall apartment complex located in Thirumullaivoyal.
The tension escalates as the video progresses, with three men attempting to climb from the first floor to reach the baby. Meanwhile, others on the ground anxiously hold a bedsheet, prepared to catch the infant if she slips.
The harrowing scene keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as the courageous men work together to rescue the baby.
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Finally, with assistance from each other and amidst cheers from the crowd, one man successfully secures the baby and brings her to safety.
Watch the video here:
Disclaimer: Some readers may find the video disturbing. Discretion is advised.
Dramatic rescue of a toddler in Chennai! Good samaritans came together to save the seven-month-old baby who accidentally slipped from the fourth floor and landed on a window porch. The incident took place at a high-rise apartment society in Thirumullaivoyal. pic.twitter.com/O7QDOaIMkW
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Baby fell while mother was nursing her
According to Avadi Police Commissioner Shankar, the incident took place at VGN Stafford, a residential area in Avadi. The baby fell while her mother, Ramya, was nursing her on the balcony.
"She fell when the mother was nursing her. The video and the rescue are genuine. We have not received any formal complaint. The child is doing fine," he said, speaking to NDTV.
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