Monkey terrorizes residents in Natore; 32 injured
A rogue monkey has been terrorizing the Lalbazar area of Natore Municipality for approximately three months, causing at least 32 injuries. Victims, including women and the elderly, have required hospital treatment and vaccinations. Residents have submitted a formal petition to the District Commissioner seeking intervention after failed attempts by the Forest Department to capture the animal.
Involved entities
1 RecordAggressive Rogue Monkey
Named victims
4 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kakoli Roy | 32 · Female | Injured Serious | Severed finger tendon/ligament from a bite. |
| Kalyani Pal | 60 · Female | Injured | — |
| Purnima Sen | 75 · Female | Injured | — |
| Sanjay Roy | 25 · Male | Injured Moderate | Bite wound on the elbow, required 7 vaccines. |
Kakoli Roy
Severed finger tendon/ligament from a bite.
Kalyani Pal
Purnima Sen
Sanjay Roy
Bite wound on the elbow, required 7 vaccines.
Agencies deployed
Other
Other response agencies
Attempted to capture the monkey manually
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Coordinated with Forest and Livestock departments to address the animal threat