Child’s narrow escape from under elephant's belly raises questions about safety and superstition


The incident, captured by the CCTV camera of mobile phone shop has gained widespread attention, with many netizens voicing concerns. - The Nation

BANGKOK: CCTV camera footage of an elephant accidentally endangering a child in Sa Kaeo’s Khao Chakan district has gone viral on social media.

The incident, captured by the CCTV camera of mobile phone shop Aummobile on Sunday (Jan 5), was shared on social media by Facebook user Bow Wangnamyen.

The post read: “Beware! No offence to anyone’s beliefs, but the child almost died by passing [under] the belly of an elephant. The elephant was frightened and almost stepped on the child.”

Since then, the footage has gained widespread attention, with many netizens voicing concerns.

Some asked why the parents allowed their child to pass under the elephant’s belly, while others pondered the reasons behind the action.

In Thai traditional belief, some people think that passing under the belly of an elephant, a powerful and majestic creature, would protect them from harm. - The Nation/ANN

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