UP: Wolf kills elderly couple guarding field, 3 others injured

India Sep 30, 2025

A wolf attacked an elderly couple in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, killing them while they guarded their field.
Three others were also hurt and are being treated in the hospital.
The tragedy has left the whole village on edge, with many now worried about safety in their fields.

Villagers clash with forest officials

Tensions boiled over as angry villagers clashed with forest officials—blocking entry and damaging vehicles—when authorities arrived to investigate.
People say wolf sightings have become too common, and they're now calling for more security patrols and better protection for those working outdoors.
Local officials are trying to calm things down and step up efforts to track wolf movements in the area.