Tragically, a harrowing incident unfolded in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Tuesday, May 21, resulting in the untimely demise of a three-year-old child who fell victim to a vicious attack by stray dogs.
The distressing episode occurred in the Mauda area of the city, where the child ventured outside while his mother was preoccupied with household chores. It was during this innocent excursion that a group of stray dogs pounced upon the child, inflicting severe injuries, as recounted by the father in a statement to the media.
Eyewitnesses recounted the horrifying ordeal, describing how the pack of dogs relentlessly attacked the child, targeting his neck and subsequently pinning him down while viciously biting his legs and hands.
Fortunately, neighbors intervened to rescue the child from the clutches of the ferocious canines. However, despite their swift efforts, the child's injuries proved fatal. He was promptly rushed to a nearby hospital, where, tragically, he succumbed to his wounds during medical treatment.
This heartbreaking incident echoes a similar tragedy that befell another five-year-old child in a rural area of Nagpur in 2022. The child, who was innocently embarking on a morning walk with his elder sister, was ruthlessly attacked by stray dogs, resulting in a devastating loss.
These distressing events serve as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by stray dog populations and underscore the urgent need for effective measures to ensure public safety and prevent such heartbreaking tragedies from recurring.
