Woman killed by leopard in Gujarat’s Navsari
The incident occurred in Sadakpore village, situated within Chikhli taluka
Updated: Oct 16th, 2023
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A 24-year-old woman was killed by a leopard in Gujarat’s Navsari district, officials said on Oct 15.
The incident occurred in Sadakpore village, situated within Chikhli taluka, late on the night of Oct 14, forest department officials said.
Preliminary findings suggest that the young woman, identified as Chhaya Patel, fell victim to a leopard while venturing out to relieve herself, Chikhli range forest officer Akash Padshala said.
Case registered at Chikhli police station
The victim suffered severe injuries to her neck and other parts of her body, succumbing to her injuries on the spot. When she failed to return home, her family members and fellow villagers embarked on a search, eventually discovering her body. Subsequently, a case of accidental death has been registered at the Chikhli police station.
The body of the deceased has been sent for post-mortem examination, and the assistance of the police has been sought to ensure that no foul play was involved.
Increasing threat of leopards in Gujarat
To address the immediate threat posed by the leopard, the forest department has taken measures by setting up cages in the vicinity.
Gujarat has witnessed a notable rise in its leopard population, with the latest census revealing that the state is home to 2,274 of these magnificent creatures in 2023, marking a substantial 63% increase from the count of 1,395 recorded in 2016.
(Source: IANS)
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