Family of 5 Injured in Wolf Attack in Khandwa, MP

In the early hours of Friday, a wolf attacked a family of five in Malgaon village, located in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred around 2:30 am, prompting the family to scream for help, which attracted neighbors who managed to chase the animal away. The victims included a woman who suffered hand injuries and four men who were bitten. They were subsequently taken to Khandwa Medical College Hospital for treatment. Khandwa's divisional forest officer, Rakesh Damor, reported that the injured individuals received rabies vaccinations and other necessary medical care. The exact identity of the animal involved remains uncertain, as a video circulating on social media suggests it may have been a jackal rather than a wolf. Damor refrained from confirming the police's assertion that it was a wolf, emphasizing that the forest department is responsible for wildlife matters. This incident occurs against a backdrop of heightened concern regarding wolf attacks in the region, particularly in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, where there have been multiple fatalities, including the deaths of seven children in recent months. The alarming trend of wolf attacks has led to increased vigilance and patrolling in the affected areas. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the nature of the animal involved and to ensure the safety of the local community. The situation underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and preventive measures to protect residents from wildlife threats.