Monkey Menace: Vadodara Woman Attacked During Morning Walk; CCTV Footage Goes Viral
November 16, 2026
Vadodara: A woman suffered multiple injuries after being attacked and repeatedly bitten by a monkey at Infinium Flats in the TP-13 area of Chhani Jakatnaka. CCTV footage of the attack has gone viral on social media, raising public safety concerns.
The monkey was subsequently captured and caged by a Forest Department team on Saturday.
According to residents, the incident occurred a few days ago when the monkey entered the residential complex and attacked the woman during her morning walk. It reportedly bit her several times, leaving deep wounds on different parts of her body. Hearing her screams, residents rushed to her rescue before she was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Monkey Menace: Vadodara Woman Attacked During Morning Walk; CCTV Footage Goes Viral
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Residents said monkey intrusions had been frequent in the complex, but the latest attack has heightened concerns, particularly among women and parents. The viral CCTV footage has further alarmed residents, prompting them to alert the Forest Department.
Residents have urged the Forest Department and civic authorities to take concrete measures to tackle the growing monkey menace, including capturing aggressive animals and relocating them to prevent further attacks.
Similar monkey attacks have been reported from several parts of Vadodara, with the growing presence of the animals in urban areas emerging as a concern for residents.
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