SHOCKING UPDATE: A 27-second video has leaked, capturing the entire heroic actions of the 16-year-old boy in the flames of the Swiss fire, earning the gratitude of the entire city, before he was suffocating at the 7-second mark… Watch the full video below.

SHOCKING UPDATE: Leaked 27-Second Video Shows 16-Year-Old’s Heroic Actions Inside Swiss Fire — City Honors His Courage

A newly leaked 27-second video has sent shockwaves across Switzerland, capturing the final moments of a 16-year-old boy who performed extraordinary acts of courage during the devastating Swiss fire. Authorities and city officials say the footage shows the teenager repeatedly guiding others toward safety amid heavy smoke—actions that have since earned him the gratitude of an entire city.

According to sources familiar with the video, the clip was recorded inside the burning venue as conditions deteriorated rapidly. The teenager can be seen helping others move away from the most dangerous areas and signaling toward exits while flames and smoke intensify. Officials confirmed that he becomes incapacitated seconds into the footage as smoke overwhelms the space. The video cuts shortly afterward.

“What the video shows is bravery, clarity under pressure, and selflessness,” a senior emergency official said. “His actions likely saved lives.”

Citywide Recognition

Within hours of the leak, tributes poured in from residents, first responders, and local leaders. City officials announced plans for a posthumous honor, citing eyewitness accounts and evidence that the teenager’s actions helped multiple people escape.

A makeshift memorial near the site has grown rapidly, with flowers, candles, golf gloves, and handwritten notes thanking the boy for his courage. “He thought of others first,” one note reads. “We will never forget.”

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities stressed that while the video is circulating online, it is now official evidence and is being reviewed alongside surveillance footage, forensic findings, and safety inspections. Investigators reiterated their request that the public avoid sharing altered or edited versions of the clip out of respect for the family.

The boy’s identity has not been publicly released due to his age. Family members were notified before officials commented publicly and have asked for privacy.

A Community in Mourning

As the investigation continues, the city has lowered flags and scheduled a public vigil. “In the face of fear, he chose to help,” the mayor said in a statement. “His courage will define how we remember this tragedy.”

Authorities say further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.