Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Leopard Captured After Fatal Attack in Bahraich
A leopard attacked and killed a woman named Zahira Bano while she was sleeping on her terrace.
The attack caused fear in the village, making people stay indoors after dark.
Forest officials caught the leopard, which is a male about 9-10 years old.
The leopard is currently being held and will be released back into the wild after receiving the necessary permissions.
A leopard was captured in Bahraich after fatally attacking a woman.
The attack occurred last Saturday in Ayodhyapurwa village.
The captured leopard is estimated to be a healthy male, around 9-10 years old.
Fear gripped the village, with residents avoiding being outside after dark.
The leopard will be released into the forest after clearance.
- Who
- A leopard, and Zahira Bano (victim)
- What
- A leopard attacked and killed a woman; the leopard was captured.
- When
- Last Saturday (attack), Friday night (capture)
- Where
- Ayodhyapurwa village, Bahraich
- Why
- The article does not state the why for the attack.
- Location
- Bahraich, Ayodhyapurwa village
- Victim
- Zahira Bano
- Attack Date
- Last Saturday
- Leopard Description
- Healthy male, 9-10 years old
- Capture Method
- Forest officials
- Leopard Holding Location
- Sujauli range office
