Woman Battles 13-Foot Crocodile to Rescue Husband

In India, the tale of Savitri and Satyavan, where a wife rescues her husband from Yamraj’s clutches, is well-known. Such remarkable incidents are rare in today’s world, but a recent event in South Africa echoed this legendary narrative. Anthony Joubert found himself ensnared by a 13-foot crocodile, but his wife, Annalise, displayed extraordinary courage, battling the reptile to save him.

According to a report in The Mirror, the incident unfolded when Anthony’s 12-year-old son, JP, was fishing at a dam in South Africa. As JP attempted to retrieve his line caught in a tree, a bass he had hooked dangled from a branch, just inches above the water. Anthony, 37, waded into the lake to untangle the fish, unaware of the lurking danger.

In an interview with The Daily Mail, Anthony recounted the horrifying moment when the crocodile lunged at him, knocking him off his feet and clamping its jaws around his legs. Despite the reptile thrashing violently, Annalise rushed to the scene armed with a log, relentlessly striking the crocodile until it released its grip and retreated.

With the help of Anthony’s boss, Johan van der Colff, and his wife, Bianca, Annalise managed to drag Anthony to safety. Bianca, speaking to the New York Post, described the ordeal of removing crocodile teeth embedded in Anthony’s wounds before rushing him to the nearest hospital.

Anthony sustained four deep wounds on his legs and stomach, along with numerous other injuries from the crocodile’s teeth. Reflecting on the harrowing experience, he expressed gratitude for the bravery of his rescuers, acknowledging that he narrowly escaped a gruesome fate.

Now, the Joubert family has turned to social media, specifically Facebook, to raise funds for Anthony’s recovery. The community’s support is crucial as Anthony faces a challenging journey towards healing and rehabilitation.

In a world where tales of heroism often feel relegated to folklore, the courage and quick thinking displayed by Annalise and those who came to Anthony’s aid serve as a reminder of the enduring power of human resilience and compassion in the face of adversity.

_{Repurposed article originally published in News 18}