Another stray dog attack in Lahore sparks calls for urgent action
The incident occurred in a housing society while the children were walking along a street. A stray dog suddenly attacked them, leaving both with serious bite injuries. According to reports, the dog dragged a young girl during the attack before a passerby rushed to the scene and rescued both children. The timely intervention prevented the situation from becoming even more serious.
CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced on social media, showing the terrifying attack and the brave efforts of a citizen who rescued the children. Both children were shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment. Their condition has not been officially disclosed.
The latest incident has intensified public criticism of the authorities over their failure to control the growing stray dog population in Lahore. Residents say such attacks have become increasingly common despite repeated complaints and demands for action.
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The attack comes just days after another tragic incident in which a child died after developing rabies following a stray dog bite. Several other children have also been injured in similar attacks across Lahore in recent weeks.
Residents have urged the Punjab government and local authorities to launch an effective campaign to remove stray dogs from residential areas and strengthen measures to protect children and other residents from future attacks. The repeated attacks have raised serious concerns about public safety, with many citizens demanding immediate and long-term measures to prevent further injuries and save lives.