Leopard enters cowshed, kills cattle in Belthangady, locals fear for safety
Belthangady: A leopard attack on a cow in Nerthane village, Dharmasthala, has left residents in fear for their safety. The incident occurred in the shed near the owner's house and was discovered on Tuesday morning.
The cow's owner, Thresamma PK, is an Asha worker and micro farmer who also works in animal husbandry. Her home is located close to the jungle, which has seen several incidents of leopard and elephant attacks in recent times.
The villagers are concerned about the safety of their crops and their own lives, especially after a similar incident in Dumbettu village of Mundaje, where a leopard killed dogs. As Dumbettu is situated near Nerthane, locals suspect that the same leopard is responsible for both attacks.
Residents are living in constant fear of wild animals, unable to leave their homes at night or before dawn due to fear.
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Hassan: SSLC student gives birth; School bus driver booked for sexual assault
Hassan: In a shocking incident reported from Channarayapatna in Hassan district, a 14-year-old SSLC student has given birth to a baby. The police have identified the driver of the private school bus she used for her commute as the accused.
The accused has been identified as Ranjith. It is alleged that he lured the minor girl, committed sexual assault, and threatened to kill her if she disclosed the matter to anyone.
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The incident came to light three days ago when the victim developed severe stomach pain while participating in a sports meet at her school. She was initially rushed to a private hospital, where doctors discovered she was pregnant. She was subsequently shifted to the Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), where she delivered a baby girl.
Officials stated that after a few days of medical care, both the minor mother and the infant will be handed over to the 'Santhwana Kendra' under the Department of Women and Child Development.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the accused, Ranjith, is married and has two children. He is currently absconding. The police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and have launched a manhunt to arrest him.
