Medindia LOGIN REGISTER
Medindia
Advertisement

Zimbabwe Villager Fights Off Crocodile With His Bare Hands to Save His Son

by Kathy Jones on December 29, 2013 at 12:01 AM
 Zimbabwe Villager Fights Off Crocodile With His Bare Hands to Save His Son

A villager in north-eastern rural Mutoko, Zimbabwe fought off a crocodile with his bare hands after it attacked his 11-year old son.

According to the Herald newspaper, Tafadzwa Kachere and his 11-year-old son Tapiwa were trying to cross a river on Christmas eve, when the crocodile attacked the boy, News 24 reported.

Advertisement

Kachere immediately jumped onto the crocodile's back and tried to force open its jaws, beating its head with his fists and poking its eyes with reeds.

The crocodile then released the child and turned on to the father who wrestled to free himself from its grasp.

Even though they survived, the child lost a leg and Kachere's arm was severely gored.

Source: ANI
Font : A-A+

Advertisement

Advertisement
Advertisement

Latest Child Health News

Group B Streptococcus Threat to Newborns
The presence of Streptococcus in the placenta was associated with a two- to three-fold increase in the probability of neonatal unit admission.
Can Maternal Discrimination Influence Baby's Brain Development?
Facing discrimination and acculturating during pregnancy could not only affect the mother but also potentially harm the baby's brain health.
Respiratory Infections Spike Among Kids in China
A number of pathogens are to blame for the rise in childhood acute respiratory diseases, according to Chinese health officials.
Measles Immunization Gaps in India Exposed
World Health Organization (WHO) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlight the deficiencies in disease surveillance efforts.
Gender-Specific Brain Injury Interventions for Newborns
Need for gender-specific interventions in brain injuries has been highlighted by a new study due to its higher prevalence in newborn boys.
View All
This site uses cookies to deliver our services.By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand our Cookie Policy, Privacy Policy, and our Terms of Use  Ok, Got it. Close
×

Zimbabwe Villager Fights Off Crocodile With His Bare Hands to Save His Son Personalised Printable Document (PDF)

Please complete this form and we'll send you a personalised information that is requested

You may use this for your own reference or forward it to your friends.

Please use the information prudently. If you are not a medical doctor please remember to consult your healthcare provider as this information is not a substitute for professional advice.

Name *

Email Address *

Country *

Areas of Interests