Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Camera Traps Seek Predator After Goat Deaths in Coimbatore
Three goats were attacked near Ramya Garden in Coimbatore.
Two goats were found dead on Monday morning.
A third goat was missing and may have been carried away.
People in the area think a leopard may be responsible.
Forest officials found footprints, but they were too unclear to identify the animal.
They placed four cameras to record animals moving through the area.
A special team is also patrolling nearby.
Officials said the goat owner may apply for compensation and urged residents to keep animals safely indoors at night.
Forest officials installed four camera traps at Ramya Garden after three goats were killed.
Residents suspect a leopard, but officials said unclear pugmarks do not confirm that.
Two goats were found dead Monday morning, while a third was missing.
A special team is patrolling the area and searching for further signs or attacks.
Officials advised livestock owners to use secure sheds and said compensation may be available.
- Who
- Three goats owned by Velusamy were killed or went missing; forest officials and local residents are investigating.
- What
- Officials installed four camera traps after three goats were attacked, while the identity of the predator remains unconfirmed.
- When
- Two goats were found dead on Monday morning; officials expected to examine footage by Tuesday.
- Where
- Ramya Garden in Mavuthampathi panchayat, within the Madukkarai Forest Range near Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- The cameras and patrols aim to identify the predator, determine whether a leopard is present, and prevent further attacks.
Residents' Suspicion
Officials' Assessment
Identity of the predator
Residents' Suspicion
Residents suspect that a leopard is moving through the area and killed the goats.
Officials' Assessment
Forest officials said the available pugmarks were unclear and did not establish that a leopard was responsible.
Next steps
Residents' Suspicion
Residents want officials to determine whether a leopard is present and address the potential danger.
Officials' Assessment
Officials are relying on camera footage, continued patrols, and fresh reports before deciding on further measures.
- Location
- Ramya Garden, Mavuthampathi panchayat, Coimbatore
- Animals affected
- Three goats; two were found dead and one was missing
- Cameras installed
- Four camera traps
- Suspected predator
- Residents suspect a leopard, but officials have not confirmed it
- Evidence
- Pugmarks were found but were too unclear to identify the animal
- Security response
- A special team is patrolling the area
- Possible assistance
- Velusamy may apply for compensation under the applicable procedure
- Official advice
- Livestock owners should keep goats and cattle inside secure sheds, especially at night