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Leopard captured after injuring youth in Hajin

11:41 AM Jan 23, 2024 IST | GK NEWS SERVICE
leopard captured after injuring youth in hajin
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Bandipora, Jan 22: Wildlife authorities on Monday captured a leopard after it attacked and injured a 24-year old government employee in Hajin town of north Kashmir's Bandipora district.

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Identified as Umar Zahoor, from Mir Mohalla in Hajin, Fida Hussian, Range Officer Bandipora said the man was attacked by the animal near his home.

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The man was immediately rushed to CHC Hajin, nearby, for immediate medical attention where from he was shifted to JVC in Srinagar for advanced treatment.

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Hussain said soon after the incident, which created panic in the area, a wildlife team along with force protection officer, K08, headed by Hussian rushed to the spot and captured the leopard in the evening after managing to tranquilize it.

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The leopard has been shifted to Dachigam National Park, officials said.

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