Tragic Stray Dog Incident Shakes Vellarakad Community

In Vellarakad, a stray dog fatally attacked an 84-year-old bedridden woman, leading to its killing by residents. The incident revealed a troubling situation with stray dogs in the area, prompting police investigation and community concern.

Tragic Stray Dog Incident Shakes Vellarakad Community
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Vellarakad faced a shocking tragedy when an 84-year-old bedridden woman was fatally attacked by a stray dog, sparking a community response that led to the animal's death.

The incident occurred Thursday evening when Karthiyani and her son Devadasan were attacked. Residents tracked down and killed the dog early Friday.

A police investigation is underway to determine if the dog had rabies, while the community grapples with the implications of stray dogs feeding on animal remains from local industries.

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