Tests Confirm Lions Consumed Human Flesh in Amreli, May Be Shifted to Junagadh Zoo

The Forest Department has captured four lions suspected of attacking and killing a migrant worker in Rajula's Kovaya village in Amreli district.

Officials said tests have confirmed the lions had consumed human flesh, and they are currently under observation at Babarkot Animal Care Centre.

Incident timeline:

• The incident occurred a few days ago in Kovaya village of Rajula, where a migrant worker was killed.
• The rescued lions have been shifted to the Babarkot Animal Care Centre in Jafrabad for observation.
• Samples collected from the lions have reportedly tested positive for human consumption, according to the Forest Department.
• The lions will remain under observation until the state government issues further directions.
• Officials said the four lions are likely to be shifted to Sakkarbaug Zoo in Junagadh, where they may be kept in captivity.
• The Forest Department is continuing its monitoring of the area following the incident.