VIDEO: Tranquilized Leopard Breaks Cage And Attacks Forest Guard During Rescue Operation In Nepal
A rescue operation involving a leopard in Nepal's Lamjung district took a frightening turn on September 10 when the sedated animal broke out of its cage and attacked a forest guard during a transfer. The leopard had been rescued from the Dhung Khola area of Besisahar and taken to the Lamjung Division Forest Office. It had reportedly been tranquilized before officials attempted to move it from a…
On September 10, a tense situation unfolded at a forest conservation site in Nepal's Lamjung district. A leopard, tranquilized for relocation, had been captured and brought to the Lamjung Division Forest Office. However, the operation took an alarming turn when the sedated animal broke free from its enclosure and launched an attack on a forest guard.
The incident was captured on video, capturing the moment the leopard forced its way through the cage door and charged at those nearby. One of the men transporting the animal was knocked down and attacked as horrified witnesses shouted in alarm. Another individual used a metal rod to fend off the aggressive leopard, while the victim, identified as 57-year-old forest guard Buddhi Jang Gurung, suffered injuries during the incident.
The leopard continued its rampage, attempting to climb a pillar within the compound as officials scrambled to regain control. A crowd gathered outside the forest office, drawn to the unfolding drama. Police and conservation officials worked diligently to contain the situation, using available barriers and measures to prevent further escalation. The fate of the escaped leopard remained uncertain following the incident.
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