In a tragic incident in Kerala, an 84-year-old woman named Karthiyani lost her life following a vicious attack by a stray dog. The attack occurred on Thursday evening when the dog reportedly assaulted Karthiyani and her son, Devadasan, who himself has health issues. The severity of the attack led to significant local outrage, resulting in the death of the dog by residents who sought immediate justice after the incident.

The police reported that alongside Karthiyani, the aggressive dog also attacked three other individuals and three other dogs in the vicinity. Such alarming events have raised concerns among the local community regarding the safety of residents, especially vulnerable populations like the elderly. In response to the incident, the police have registered a case of unnatural death and plan to conduct a postmortem examination to ascertain the specifics surrounding Karthiyani's death.

Devadasan was released from the hospital the following morning after receiving treatment for his injuries. The incident has sparked a debate about stray dog control measures in the area, with calls for local authorities to address the increasing incidents of stray dog attacks. This tragic event highlights the urgent need for regulating stray animal populations and ensuring the safety of residents in Kerala, particularly in suburban areas like Vellarakkad in Thrissur where such cases have been rising.