Salepur, 17th Oct 2025: The Forest Department has finally succeeded in capturing a rogue monkey that had been spreading terror for several days in the Sauri area. The monkey, known for its aggressive behavior and prominent canine teeth, was subdued using a tranquilizer.
Background:
For the past few days, this aggressive monkey had been causing panic in Sauri Panchayat under Salepur Block. Several locals, including Omprakash Mohanty, Shubham Mohanty, Dillip Nayak, and Ananta Samal, were injured by its bites.
Due to fear of attacks, residents were hesitant to step out of their homes.
The monkey would hide in forested areas around the village and attack lone individuals, often biting and injuring them severely.
Capture Operation:
Today, Forest Department officials reached Sauri village and successfully captured the monkey using a tranquilizer gun, ending the fear that had gripped the area.
The community has since expressed relief following the monkey’s capture.
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