6 goats killed in bear attack in North Kashmir’s Handwara
Handwara,April 30:A wild bear barged into a shed and killed at least 6 goats in North Kashmir’s Handwara.
The incident occurred during the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday at Hajin village of Qaziabad.
The owner of the live-stock, Rayees Ahmad Khan told news agency that he lost at least 6 goats in a bear attack.
He said villagers had repeatedly sought help from the Wild Life Department to capture wild animals that roam freely in far-flung Handwara villages.
A Wild Life Department official said that efforts are on to capture the wild animals. He advised people living near forest areas to be cautious while moving outside their homes. (Agences)
