Wolf Carcass Found in Bahraich Amid Rising Concerns Over Attacks on Villagers

The discovery of an adult male wolf carcass in Bahraich raises concerns following recent wolf attacks that resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of death and link to the attacks.

On Sunday evening, officials discovered the carcass of an adult male wolf in a village within the Kaiserganj area. This discovery is part of ongoing efforts to address the wolf threat in the region, following reports of attacks on residents. Recently, four children were killed and 16 people were injured in these wolf attacks.

Divisional Forest Officer Ram Singh Yadav informed reporters that the wolf's body was located in Majhara Taukli village during an operation. "A panel of doctors has been constituted to conduct the post-mortem of the wolf. The exact cause of its death will be confirmed only after the post-mortem report," Yadav stated.

Wolf Attacks Cause Panic

A series of wolf attacks have instilled fear across several villages in Kaisarganj and Mahsi tehsils of Bahraich over recent weeks. The attacks have resulted in the deaths of four children: Jyoti, Angesh, Soni, and Sandhya. Additionally, 16 individuals, including children, have sustained injuries due to these incidents.

The Divisional Forest Officer mentioned the possibility that this could be the man-eating wolf terrorising nearby villages. However, confirmation awaits the post-mortem report and further investigation. The situation has prompted urgent measures from local authorities.

Government Response and Measures

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Bahraich on Saturday. He instructed the forest department to capture the wolves responsible for recent attacks in the district. If capturing them proves unsuccessful, he advised calling shooters to eliminate them for public safety.

The ongoing operations aim to ensure public safety by addressing the wolf menace effectively. The authorities are working diligently to prevent further incidents and protect residents from potential harm caused by these animals.

The investigation into whether this particular wolf was involved in recent attacks is crucial for determining future actions. Authorities remain committed to resolving this issue swiftly and ensuring community safety in affected areas.

With inputs from PTI