Stray dogs kill Kerala man

trivandrum — A 50-year-old man was killed after being attacked by a pack of stray dogs at nearby Pulluvila, the latest in a series of deaths suspected to be have been caused by the canines in Kerala.

Locals said the deceased, a fisherman, was chased for about one kilometre and attacked by some ferocious dogs loitering on the coastal stretch at around 11pm on Sunday.

His attempt to jump into the waters was in vain and he was bitten on his hands, legs and face after he sustained a fall.

Hearing his screams, some youngsters rushed to help and found the man surrounded and attacked by dogs. His clothes were torn and he was lying naked, the brother of the deceased said.

Though he was rushed to the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College hospital, he died early Monday, hospital sources said.

The issue was raised in the state assembly on Monday with Local Self Government Minister KT Jaleel describing it as “unfortunate”.

Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly Ramesh Chennithala said the issue should be viewed “seriously.” — PTI