A couple in Bengaluru received a shocking surprise when their Amazon delivery contained a live cobra instead of the Xbox controller they had ordered. The incident, captured on video, shows the venomous snake trapped in packaging tape, unable to free itself. The video, which quickly went viral, begins with the Amazon package placed in a red bucket. The cobra, entangled in black duct tape marked with the Amazon Prime logo, can be seen struggling to escape.
Online shopping mishaps are not uncommon, but this incident took an unexpected and dangerous turn. The woman, living on Sarjapur Road, received the live cobra instead of her Xbox controller. Fortunately, the snake was immobilized by the packaging tape, preventing any immediate danger. Despite the initial shock, the woman documented the event and posted it on social media. The video shows the partially opened Amazon package in a bucket with the cobra struggling against the tape.
The couple, both software professionals, recounted the incident to India Today. They had ordered an Xbox controller from Amazon two days earlier and were horrified to receive a live snake in the package. “The delivery partner handed the package directly to us and we recorded the entire incident, with eyewitnesses present,” they said.
Thankfully, the snake was stuck to the packaging tape and did not harm anyone, the couple noted. The cobra, identified as a Spectacled Cobra—a highly venomous species native to Karnataka—was safely captured and released away from public areas, according to the report.
In response to the incident, Amazon Help tweeted, “We’re sorry to know about the inconvenience you’ve had with the Amazon order. We’d like to have this checked. Please share the required details here, and our team will get back to you soon with an update.”
The video sparked a range of reactions on social media. One user quipped, “Buy 1 get 1 free.” Another commented, “Guess you got from amazon… not Amazon.”
While online shopping can sometimes lead to unexpected issues, this incident stands out for its danger and peculiarity. The couple’s quick thinking in capturing the snake on video and sharing it on social media brought the issue to light rapidly, prompting Amazon to respond. This situation underscores the importance of ensuring package safety, especially when unexpected and potentially dangerous items are involved.
The safe capture and release of the Spectacled Cobra also highlight the importance of handling such situations with care. The couple’s experience serves as a reminder of the unexpected surprises that can occur with online shopping and the necessity of staying vigilant when opening packages. Amazon’s swift response indicates their commitment to addressing customer concerns, even in the face of such unusual and alarming incidents.