Mum Films Daughter Trick To Free Herself If She 'Ever Gets Kidnapped'

'Could your kids escape if they were handcuffed with a zip tie?'

A mum filmed her daughter coming up with a plan for what to do if she was kidnapped with her hands tied together. 

Michelle O’Neal, from Florida, US, found her daughter with her hands cable tied together. 

She filmed her daughter as she went through the steps of how she would break free if she was ever in such a situation.

O’Neal was so impressed with her daughter’s trick she shared the video on Facebook on Thursday 1 September, with the caption: “Could your kids escape if they were handcuffed with a zip tie?Teach them how to free themselves in less than a minute.”

In less than two weeks, the video had been viewed nearly 60 million times.

In the video, O’Neal’s daughter unties her shoelaces then pulls one of them through the cable tie around her wrists. 

She ties that shoelace with a lace on the other shoe securely. 

Lifting her legs up, she then moves them in a cycling motion several times until the cable tie snaps. 

“And then you’re free,” the girl says to the camera.

Parents have commented on the video saying they will be showing the video to their children. 

“So important to share,” one mother wrote. “Will be getting my kids to try this out tonight!”

Before You Go

Classic Toddler Toys That Never Get Old
Battat B. Doctor Set(01 of10)
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The doctor will see you now! Your mini medic will get a kick out of taking care of mom and dad with this kit. It comes complete with nine medical instruments, including a blood pressure cuff and syringe. Get it here: Amazon, $44.99 (credit:Amazon)
Tupperware Shape-O Toy (02 of10)
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This shape sorter is cool because of its unique spherical shape. It also presents more of a challenge than others on the market since it has ten shapes to match! Each block has a number imprinted in the middle with the corresponding number of dots on the other side, helping your little one identify shapes and learn their numbers at the same time. Bonus points because we have fond memories of playing with this exact one when we were kids! Get it here: Tupperware, $35 (credit:Tupperware)
Kritter Table (03 of10)
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Your toddler will love having his very own kid-sized table and chairs to sit at. Perfect for everything from crafting to eating, this set will no doubt be a fixture in your house for years to come! Get it here: Ikea table, $39.99; chairs, $16.99 each (credit:Ikea)
Fisher Price Corn Popper(04 of10)
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First produced in 1957, the Corn Popper push toy by Fisher Price is still as “pop”ular as ever owing to its toddler-approved combination of noise, movement and colour. Get it here: Chapters, $19.95 (credit:Chapters)
KidKraft Vintage Kitchen(05 of10)
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Toddlers will love mimicking the adults in their life by preparing food and washing dishes in a play kitchen. Tip: When buying a sizeable toy like a play kitchen, invest in one that you won't mind looking at every day, like this adorable vintage-inspired set by KidKraft. Get it here: Walmart, $125 (credit:Walmart)
Fisher Price Cash Register (06 of10)
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Fisher Price pretty much has a corner on the market when it comes to classic kids’ toys because they do them so well. The cash register has endeared itself to generations of tots with its change ramp and cash drawer that can be opened by turning the crank until the bell dings! Get it here: Toys R Us, $29.99 (credit:Toys R Us)
Green Toys Tea Set(07 of10)
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A tea set is a traditional toy, but we love this one by Green Toys for its contemporary updates. The environmentally-friendly set is made from recycled plastic milk jugs and it’s BPA, phthalate and lead-free. Plus, we love the neutral colour scheme. Get it here: Chapters, $34.94 (credit:Chapters)
Brio Pounding Bench(08 of10)
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Your little one will be able to practice her hand-eye coordination while making as much noise as she wants on this wooden pounding bench. Get it here: Mastermind Toys, $19.99 (credit:Mastermind Toys)
Uncle Goose Classic ABC Blocks(09 of10)
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We all had a set of blocks like this and the reason for their popularity? They are so much more than just building blocks. The popular style features different colours, letters and drawings to help your kiddo learn the alphabet, sort and even spell! Get it here: KolKid, $49.95 (credit:KolKid)
Large Wooden Doll Carriage(10 of10)
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New walkers love anything they can push, which means this doll carriage it sure to be a hit. Plus, the carriage allows them to mimic one of the most important people in their lives – you!Get it here: HomeSense, $69.99 (credit:HomeSense)