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Teenager Killed by Tiger in Shahdol Village, Body Found 300 Metres Away
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 09:46 AM
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A 15-year-old girl was dragged away by a tiger while sleeping in a Shahdol village and her body was recovered about 300 metres from her home, sparking panic among locals.
A tiger entered a residence in a village of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, during the night and carried away a 15-year-old girl who was asleep. The animal disappeared into the surrounding forest, prompting an immediate search by forest department teams.
Early the next morning, villagers discovered the girl's body about 300 metres from her house, confirming the fatal attack. Local authorities have cordoned off the area and are gathering evidence to understand how the tiger entered the settlement.
The incident has heightened fear among residents, many of whom now avoid venturing out after dark. The forest department has deployed additional patrols and is intensifying efforts to locate the predator and prevent further attacks.
Officials have urged villagers to report any sightings of wildlife and to cooperate with ongoing rescue operations. The investigation remains ongoing, and the department will issue further advisories based on its findings.
Early the next morning, villagers discovered the girl's body about 300 metres from her house, confirming the fatal attack. Local authorities have cordoned off the area and are gathering evidence to understand how the tiger entered the settlement.
The incident has heightened fear among residents, many of whom now avoid venturing out after dark. The forest department has deployed additional patrols and is intensifying efforts to locate the predator and prevent further attacks.
Officials have urged villagers to report any sightings of wildlife and to cooperate with ongoing rescue operations. The investigation remains ongoing, and the department will issue further advisories based on its findings.