Monkeys attacks and killed 10-year old, and ripped out his intestines
In western India, a 10-year-old boy, Dipak Thakor, lost his life after being viciously attacked by monkeys near a temple in the village of Salki, Gujarat. The monkeys reportedly ripped out the boy’s intestines, marking the third such attack in the village within a week. The tragic incident sheds light on the increasing frequency of human-monkey conflicts in the region.
Authorities, including forest officials, had been actively working to capture monkeys in the village following a series of recent attacks. Vishal Chaudhary, a forest official, stated that a significant troop of monkeys, including four adults involved in the attacks, had been causing distress in the area. Efforts were underway to trap and cage the responsible monkeys.
This devastating event adds to a concerning trend of monkey attacks across India in recent years. The complex interactions between humans and monkeys, especially in areas of close proximity, often lead to such incidents. While monkeys aren’t inherently aggressive, the circumstances of their coexistence with humans, including the provision of food, can contribute to confrontations. The tragedy highlights the urgent need for comprehensive measures to manage human-wildlife interactions and prevent further loss of life.