UK woman dies of sepsis after dog licks leg wound
Norfolk (UK): An 83-year-old retired woman from Attleborough, Norfolk, passed away from septic shock after her leg wound became infected, reportedly following a dog’s lick on July 7. The incident occurred on June 29 when June Baxter injured her leg while using a commode at home and was alone at the time. After her granddaughter arrived, the her dog licked the open wound.
After the medical tests, doctors found a bacteria commonly found in the mouths of dogs known as Pasteurella Multocida. This bacterium is harmless to animals but can pose serious risks to individuals with weakened immune systems. Baxter was also suffering from kidney, liver and cardiac problems. She began showing signs of sepsis the next day.
During the inquest, the Norfolk coroner’s court confirmed sepsis as the cause of death. Experts have advised pet owners that while dog licking is harmless for healthy individuals, open wounds should be properly covered and areas such as the eyes, nose and mouth should be avoided.
Earlier, in a case cited by The Times, an 85-year-old woman also died of sepsis caused by the same bacterium. A 2023 case report in BMC Geriatrics stressed the importance of raising awareness, especially among elderly pet owners.
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Couple, son 'hacked' to death over witchcraft suspicion in Jharkhand's Palamu
Medininagar (PTI): A couple and their 18-year-old son were allegedly hacked to death over suspicion of practising witchcraft in Jharkhand's Palamu, police said on Sunday.
Their minor daughter was also injured in the attack late on Saturday, a police officer said.
The bodies were recovered from their house on Sunday in Panki police station area, he said.
“Initial investigation suggests that the case is related to witchcraft suspicion,” Manoj Kumar Jha, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Lesliganj told PTI.
A manhunt is on to nab the culprits, Jha said.
The girl suffered severe injuries and has been admitted to a government hospital, he said.
The deceased have been identified as Vijay Bhuiyan (45), his wife Kalia Devi (40), and their son Chotu Bhuiyan.
The bodies have been sent to Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) for post-mortem examination.
