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How's this for an elaborate rescue attempt?

The internet is trying to track down a muscled man who removed a manhole cover and was hoist into the sewer by two of his friends.

Why did he dive down into the sewer? The brave guy wanted to save a small duckling which had somehow become trapped underground.

After seconds of rooting around for the animal, the guy eventually manages to grab it and bring it back up to the surface.

People on Twitter and Reddit are now trying to track down the hero, who risked life and limb to save an adorable duckling.

How the duckling got down there - we will never know.