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Rabid Dog Terrorizes Mumbai: Residents Live in Fear
14 Dec
Summary
- A stray dog has reportedly bitten 16 people in Goregaon West.
- Residents fear for their safety, especially children and seniors.
- The BMC has been unable to capture the aggressive stray dog.
Fear grips residents in Mumbai's Goregaon West after a stray dog, suspected to be rabid, bit 16 individuals in just 24 hours. The aggressive animal has been sighted in various localities, including near schools and colleges, prompting deep anxiety among locals. Parents are increasingly concerned for their children's safety, with some opting to keep them home from school events.
Complaints have been filed multiple times with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), but the stray remains at large. Residents report the dog's erratic movements, causing a constant state of alert and making it unsafe to leave homes. The situation is particularly worrying for senior citizens and young children who are vulnerable to attacks.
While the BMC did apprehend a group of dogs recently, they could not confirm if the problematic stray was among them. This ongoing incident highlights the challenges in managing stray animal populations, especially when rabies is suspected, and underscores the community's urgent need for a resolution to ensure public safety.
