Woman Severely Injured in Stray Dog Attack in Lucknow's Kamta Area
A 50-year-old woman was seriously injured after being chased and viciously attacked by a pack of stray dogs in the Shivpuri Colony, located in the Kamta area under Ismailganj-II ward of Lucknow. The alarming incident, which occurred on Wednesday, came to public attention after chilling CCTV footage from the locality surfaced online on Thursday.
Details of the Harrowing Attack
The victim, identified as Sona Devi, a resident of Shivpuri Colony, was returning home from a nearby medical store. According to her account, she noticed two dogs lying on the road and another sitting under a parked car. As she passed by, one of the dogs suddenly began chasing her, prompting the other two to join in pursuit.
Sona Devi attempted to run but tragically fell onto the road, where the dogs proceeded to bite her repeatedly, causing deep and severe wounds on her legs. Her desperate screams for help alerted nearby residents, who rushed to the scene and managed to chase the aggressive canines away.
CCTV Footage Captures the Terrifying Ordeal
The circulated CCTV footage provides a stark visual record of the attack. The video clearly shows the pack of dogs chasing the woman before she stumbles and falls. It further captures the moment the dogs attack her on the ground until local residents intervene to rescue her. In a final act of self-defense, the footage also shows Sona Devi picking up an object to fend off another approaching dog just before help arrived.
Eyewitnesses corroborated the video evidence, stating that an additional dog approached her moments after the initial attack but was successfully driven off by the responding locals.
Official Response and Ongoing Concerns
Following the incident, a formal complaint was lodged with the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC). LMC Animal Welfare Officer Abhinav Verma stated, "After receiving information about this serious incident, we immediately dispatched a team to the locality. Our personnel successfully caught three dogs from the area. It is important to note that we have conducted multiple dog-catching drives in this locality previously, capturing several canines and sending them for necessary vaccination."
The victim is currently undergoing medical treatment for her significant injuries. This event has reignited concerns among residents regarding public safety and the management of the stray dog population in urban areas, highlighting an ongoing challenge for municipal authorities.
