Bihar’s Muzaffarpur villagers terrified as jackals injure 12 in one night

Muzaffarpur: Wildlife attacks are on the rise across several regions of India. Following wolf attacks in multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh, Muzaffarpur in Bihar has also seen an alarming rise in wild animal attacks. Villagers are living in constant fear, as a group of four to five jackals have been terrorising the area, injuring over a dozen people. The forest department has been alerted on receiving information about jackal attacks.

Jackal attack in Muzaffarpur

In Hasan Chak village, located in the Sherpur Panchayat under the Sadar police station area of Muzaffarpur district, jackals have caused havoc. The latest attack saw more than 12 people, including children, elderly, and women, being injured. Witnesses claim that a group of jackals emerged suddenly, launching a brutal assault on the unsuspecting villagers.

Villagers reported that the wild animals seemed particularly aggressive, with the jackals targeting people indiscriminately. Four to five people at a time have fallen victim to these attacks, which have left the entire village in a state of panic.

Fear grips villagers as children are targeted

It was noted that children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable in these attacks. Several injured children have been taken to Sri Krishna Medical College (SKMCH) hospital for treatment, where their condition is reported to be critical.

An atmosphere of terror now grips the village. Fearing further attacks, residents have taken to guarding their homes at night, with many carrying sticks for protection when venturing into the fields.

Forest department initiates search operation

Upon receiving information about the jackal attacks, the forest department promptly launched a search operation in the area. Residents have reported that the jackals retreat into dense bushes following their attacks, making their capture difficult.

Teams have been dispatched, and traps have been set at three locations in an effort to capture the jackals. However, no jackals have been caught as of yet.

Officials have advised residents to stay indoors during the night and to avoid going out alone, especially while working in the fields. 

Villagers living in constant fear

Parents are too afraid to send their children to school, and many people are hesitant to step outside, fearing another attack. Madhopur’s two panchayats, with a population exceeding 10,000, remain on high alert as wild animals continue to pose a threat.