Suspected Rabid Dog Injures More Than 25 in Vemulawada
Residents press for lasting dog-control measures following repeat attacks despite recent ABC efforts.
Overview
- The attacks unfolded between Monday night and Tuesday afternoon across Vemulawada’s 22nd Ward, including Baddi Pochamma Street, Urban Colony, Subhash Nagar, Dhobi Ghat and the market area.
- Victims, including local residents and temple devotees, are being treated at the area hospital with anti-rabies vaccinations.
- Witnesses reported a single stray charging pedestrians of all ages, prompting many residents to remain indoors.
- Municipal chairman Pulkam Raju, vice-chairman Narala Shekhar and 22nd ward councillor Ippapula Mamata visited the hospital and ordered immediate care.
- Officials said the municipality is monitoring the situation, noting 40 dogs were moved to the ABC centre 15 days ago as locals urge stricter sterilisation and removal of aggressive animals.