Viral video: Man fearlessly catches snake with bare hands in Visakhapatnam bank, watch

Written By Mahipal Singh Chouhan | Updated: Aug 15, 2024, 08:36 AM IST

A snake caused panic at a Vishakhapatnam bank, prompting a heroic snake catcher to calmly capture the reptile with his bare hands.

Chaos and loud screams filled the air at a Vishakhapatnam bank after employees spotted an unexpected visitor—a snake—slithering through the premises. The unsettling encounter occurred at the Vadlapudi branch of Bank of Baroda, where staff members were left in a state of shock upon discovering the reptile in the record room.

The employees quickly called in a snake catcher, who arrived promptly to handle the situation. Displaying remarkable courage, the snake catcher caught the snake with his bare hands, maneuvering it calmly as it writhed in his grasp. The bank employees watched in awe, some of them recording the daring act on their phones.

The snake catcher’s fearless approach brought a sense of relief to the panicked staff, who had been on edge since spotting the snake. As he walked around the bank with the snake in hand, the tension in the room gradually subsided. 

Before leaving the bank, the snake catcher paused briefly, allowing onlookers to admire his bravery. The snake was safely captured and later released into a remote area, far from the bank.

The entire incident was captured on video, which quickly went viral on social media. Netizens were captivated by the snake catcher’s heroic efforts, with many praising his skill and composure under pressure. The video continues to garner attention online, serving as a reminder of the unexpected dangers that can arise even in the most ordinary settings.