Krasnogvardeyskoe, Crimea – Firefighters from Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations rescued an 11-year-old boy stuck in a tree. The incident happened in the village of Krasnogvardeyskoe.

The young soccer player had climbed the tree to retrieve his ball. Unable to get down, he was stranded until help arrived.

His friend acted quickly and called the rescuers. The team used a three-section ladder to bring the boy safely back to the ground.

The operation ended without any injuries. The boy was reunited with his friend, relieved to be safe.

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