A video of a woman who fought off a baboon that raided her car in an attack in Cape Town has racked up millions of views on TikTok
The video was recorded at Sir Lowry’s Pass.
WOMAN FIGHTS OFF BABOON IN CRAZY CAR RAID
In the clip, posted by @buusolakhe, a group of female friends is seen trying to ward off several baboons at a picnic spot at Sir Lowry’s Pass, which falls under the Cape Town Metropolitan area.
The troop attempted to raid the car in search of food.
The woman behind the camera films herself opening her door before yanking out one angry baboon, which proceeded to bite her on her right arm.
She screams for help from her friends and a SAPS police van, parked nearby.
In the comment section, South Africans were amazed at the woman’s bravery while confronting a baboon.
She revealed that she had sought medical attention for the animal bite.
Take a look…
@buusolakhe #capetown#SirLowry's#fyp #wildlife ♬ original sound – buusolakhe
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SPOT THE WILD ANIMAL
Cape Town is well known for its Chacma baboon population. City officials have urged residents and visitors to keep a safe distance from the wild animals.
Here are a few tips on what to do when you spot the animal whilst out and about…
Stay inside your vehicle.
Keep doors locked and windows and sunroofs closed. Baboons are intelligent animals who can open car doors and may climb through windows to steal food.
Don’t leave food lying around.
Food should never be visible through the windows. Pack bags and food items in the vehicle’s boot or under the seats.
Do not chase a baboon or try to retrieve stolen belongings
If a baboon steals your bag and possessions, the City advises the public to let the animals move away after searching the bag, then retrieve your belongings.
Leave if they appear aggressive
When picnicking, pack up and leave if nearby baboons appear aggressive.
Never feed or touch baboons.
Feeding is punishable by law. The City warns that people caught feeding baboons may face a fine of up to R10,000 and/or two years’ imprisonment.