A pack of stray dogs killed 15 deer in Sanjay Park, Ambikapur
Pack of stray dogs kills 15 deer
Ambikapur | Correspondent: In a shocking incident that took place in the Sanjay Park of Ambikapur of Chhattisgarh, a pack of stray dogs attacked a group of deer, claiming 15 deer.
Sarguja's DFO Abhishek Jogawat confirmed the deaths of deer. In a herd of 15 deer initially 14 deer died while one sustained severe injuries but later on passed away.
On the intervening night of Friday - Saturday the pack of stray dogs from the forest area entered straight to the park premises.
While the duration when these dogs entered the premises of the park, no security guard was present at that time following which the pack attacked the herd.
The next morning when the guards learned about the incident, it caused a commotion. The Forest department completed the final rites after conducting autopsies.
They further reported the the herd comprised of Chital, Sambar, Kotriyan.
Besides, a team has been constituted to investigate the matter, and a report has been sought within 24 hours.
The park has been closed for three days, and measures are reportedly being taken to strengthen security arrangements.
Notably, the park previously housed 31 deer, of which only 16 now remain.
Following this incident, serious questions have begun to arise regarding the Forest Department's preparedness and negligence.
