India • Jun 24, 2025

Stray dog terrorizes Koomapatti; 30 injured

In Koomapatti, Tamil Nadu, a stray dog bit at least 30 people over three days, sending many to hospitals and even attacking livestock.
The community's frustration boiled over as locals demanded urgent action to stop more attacks.

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Residents blocked roads in protest

Fear of more bites kept residents indoors and kids out of school.
When officials didn't act quickly after the first incidents, villagers blocked roads in protest—things got tense enough that police had to step in.
People pointed out that aggressive strays have been a problem for a while, especially at night.
Officials promised to catch the dog by Tuesday night, which finally calmed things down.