Leopard enters Mandya village, kills eight sheep

Mandya: Residents of Ragimuddanahalli in Mandya district are a worried lot after a leopard strayed into the village, and killed eight sheep in the night on Saturday. The sheep were owned by Akkatayamma, who is understandably distraught in the wake of her loss.
The members of Akkatayamma’s family woke up to the cries of the sheep wailing in the night, but were too late to save the livestock. Unfortunately, the big cat had killed all the sheep and fled the scene.
The villagers are understandably perturbed with the intrusion of the leopard into human habitat. “The leopard entered the shed, and killed the sheep. Killing domestic animals on agricultural fields is really terrifying. Leopards straying this deep inside human habitats is a cause for concern,” said the worried villagers.
Akkatayamma urged the forest department to take steps to capture the leopard before it preys on more livestock. She also demanded monetary compensation for the loss she had sustained.
Foresters have assured the villagers of placing the cage and capturing the leopard. They cautioned the residents of Ragimuddanahalli to be vigilant, and be wary of their surroundings till the big cat was captured.