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Leopard Caught on CCTV Attacking Dog Inside Thane Residential Complex

Officials say nocturnal leopard movement near SGNP is common because stray dogs are easy prey.

Overview

  • Security footage shows a leopard scaling a fence and entering Eden Woods Complex in Manpada around 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
  • A stray dog sustained injuries in the attack but survived, according to officials.
  • A second dog confronted the leopard, after which the big cat released its grip and exited the premises.
  • The forest department was alerted, and units from the Thane Territorial Wing and Sanjay Gandhi National Park report mitigation efforts are underway.
  • Residents and rescue teams are caring for the injured animal as authorities monitor the area for further activity.