In the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, a leopard entered a residential area and preyed on a pet dog sleeping at a home. This terrifying incident occurred on Sunday night and went viral on social media after being captured on CCTV. An atmosphere of fear has gripped the villagers, and the forest department has become vigilant.
Kanker: In Junwani village, a leopard entered a residential area on Sunday night and took a pet dog sleeping at a home towards the jungle. The incident was captured on a CCTV camera installed at the house and went viral on social media. Villagers immediately informed the forest department, after which officials increased vigilance in the area. This attack has spread an atmosphere of fear in the village, and people are afraid to even leave their homes.
Leopard Attacks Dog After Entering House
The incident occurred on Sunday night. CCTV footage shows the leopard climbing over the boundary wall and entering the courtyard of the house. There, it attacks the tied-up pet dog and carries it away towards the jungle in its jaws.
The entire attack happened in just a few seconds, giving the family no chance to react. When the family saw the horrific scene in the CCTV footage in the morning, they were stunned.
Atmosphere of Fear Among Villagers
Following this incident, an atmosphere of fear prevails among the villagers in Junwani and surrounding areas. Even going out of the house at night is now considered dangerous for people.
Villagers reported that this leopard had been seen around the village before, but this is the first time it has directly attacked a residential area. Such attacks have further increased the security concerns of the villagers.
Forest Department Increases Security
As soon as they received information about the incident, the villagers informed the forest department team. The team immediately reached the spot and increased security in the area to monitor the leopard's activities.
Kanker district headquarters is surrounded by hills and dense forests, where the presence of wild animals is common. The forest department is now advising local people to remain alert and adopt safety measures.
Villagers Threatened by Leopard Attacks
The leopard attack in Junwani village shows that the activity of wild animals is increasing in residential areas and villages. Villagers will have to take special precautions to protect their pets and children.
The forest department is also constantly monitoring the leopard's activities and taking necessary steps.
