Badlapur: Leopard kills dog in Ambeshiv, residents on high alert

• Leopard sightings have caused terror in Ambeshiv village near Badlapur.
• Villagers report one or two leopards seen for 4-5 days, leading to widespread fear.
• A leopard hunted a dog in broad daylight on Friday; earlier CCTV showed an attack on chickens.
• Residents are fearful for children, women, and the elderly, avoiding going out at night.
• Forest department is conducting combing operations to catch the leopard but has not yet succeeded.

Why It Matters: Leopard sightings in Badlapur pose a direct threat to residents' safety.