Watch! Quick thinking 12-year-old boy locks leopard in room

Team Udayavani, Mar 6, 2024, 7:44 PM IST

A 12-year-old boy from Malegaon, Maharashtra had a terrifying encounter with a leopard. Thanks to his quick thinking, the boy managed to escape unhurt from the wild animal.

The boy, named Mohit Ahire from Malegaon in Maharashtra, was playing a game on his mobile phone when a leopard suddenly entered the hall where he was seated.

The CCTV footage of the incident went viral on social media on Wednesday, shocking many people.

Upon noticing the leopard, Mohit displayed exceptional bravery and presence of mind. ,He quickly rushed outside and secured the door, preventing the leopard from causing any harm to him.

After ensuring his own safety, Mohit promptly informed the local residents about the incident. The concerned locals informed the forest department, who then collaborated with the local police to take immediate action to address the crisis.

The forest department and local police worked together to tranquilize the leopard, caged it and moved it to safety.

Thanks to Mohit’s quick thinking and the prompt action taken by the authorities, no one was hurt during the incident.

Watch the video here:

What an amazing presence of mind

Mohit Ahire, a 12-year-old boy, locked a leopard inside an office cabin until assistance arrived in Malegaon & the leopard was rescued.

Mohit immediately informed his father, who is a security guard, that he trapped a leopard inside the office. pic.twitter.com/FELlOGac1t

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