LAS VEGAS — A stranded kitten trapped for weeks on a Las Vegas overpass was rescued thanks to the combined efforts of local residents and a team from Helix Electric, a Nevada-based company.
The feline, now named Little Helix, had been stuck on the railing of a downtown highway overpass for more than three weeks before being safely retrieved, according to UPI.
A Community Rallies to Help
The rescue mission began after Nathalie, a volunteer with the animal welfare group Amor Peludo, saw a social media post about the kitten’s plight. She immediately contacted her friend Lizzie Fuchs, whose father, Victor Fuchs, is the president and CEO of Helix Electric.
“As soon as they called me, I drove over there,” Lizzie told Fox 5. “I dropped everything because I thought, I’ve got to see this cat on top of the overpass—maybe I can help catch him if he falls.”
Nearby residents had reportedly been trying to coax the kitten down for weeks, with no success.
A Dramatic Rescue
Helix Electric provided critical assistance, deploying an elevating work platform (boom lift) and two safety nets to secure the frightened animal.
“It was amazing. I’ve never been part of a cat rescue before,” said Troy McTeer, a division manager for Helix Electric. “We just dropped everything else going on and went to get that kitty.”
When Little Helix was finally brought to safety, emotional neighbors gathered to celebrate. “All the neighbors came out, and the moms were crying,” Lizzie recalled.
Recovery and Next Steps
The kitten was taken to Boca Park Animal Hospital, where veterinarian Dr. Morgan Spaulding assessed his condition.
“He was dehydrated and very thin, but overall, I think he’s a pretty tough guy,” Dr. Spaulding told Fox 5, noting that most animals in similar situations suffer far worse fates.
Amor Peludo announced that Little Helix is now safe and recovering, with plans to find him a permanent home. The group also intends to search the area for his mother and possible siblings, who may still be in need of rescue.
This heartwarming effort highlights how community collaboration can save lives—one determined kitten at a time.
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