A family in Istanbul experienced every pet owner's worst nightmare when their beloved cat disappeared, only for a miraculous reunion to occur weeks later and dozens of miles away thanks to a stranger's kindness.
The Disappearing Act
The ordeal began when the family's two-year-old cat, named Kereviz, plunged several floors from the balcony of their apartment. The owner, Ahmet, described a day that started normally before descending into chaos. He heard a scream and a loud crash from the street below. Rushing outside, the family discovered Kereviz had vanished completely.
Ahmet believes the terrified feline likely sought refuge inside a car's engine bay for safety. He suspects the vehicle was then driven away, unknowingly carrying his hidden pet with it.
A Desperate Search
For the following week, the family conducted a tireless search for their missing cat. They put up flyers across their neighbourhood and walked the surrounding streets day and night. Ahmet said their life became a cycle of "sleeping, looking for the cat, sleeping." As days turned into weeks with no leads, their hope of ever seeing Kereviz again began to fade entirely.
The Miraculous Phone Call
Nearly three weeks after the disappearance, the situation changed dramatically. A worker at a business roughly 55 miles from the cat's home spotted a wandering cat that matched the description of Kereviz. Concerned for the animal's welfare, he searched online, found Ahmet's missing pet posts, and immediately made contact.
Ahmet and his brother cut short a cinema trip—which they had taken to distract themselves from the stress—and rushed to the location. Upon being reunited, Kereviz reportedly began purring and calmly climbed into her carrier. The cat appeared thinner but was otherwise completely unharmed by her incredible accidental journey.
Ahmet later shared the story of the incredible reunion on Reddit, where users expressed their amazement. One user wrote they would have "lost my mind," while another joked the cat must have "racked up some serious frequent flyer miles." Some were initially sceptical, questioning if it could really be the same animal, but Ahmet confirmed her distinctive markings made identification certain.
To this day, the exact details of how Kereviz survived her lengthy, unplanned trip across one of the world's largest cities remain a mystery. Ahmet can only describe the entire experience as "a complete miracle." The story stands as a powerful testament to the impact of a stranger's vigilance and the enduring bond between pets and their owners.
