Stray dogs are a growing concern across Malaysia, particularly in urban and rural areas, where their numbers continue to rise.
While many dogs are harmless when in packs, they can pose a significant threat to public safety, as seen in a recent tragic incident.
Tragic Incident in the Early Hours
On January 25, 2025, an elderly woman was attacked by a pack of 11 stray dogs at the Kunak bus terminal in Sabah.
The attack, captured by CCTV at around 1:49 a.m., shows the woman struggling to defend herself as the dogs overwhelmed her. Despite her efforts, they tore off her clothes and bit her.
Grim Discovery and Police Investigation
Authorities received a call at 6:30 a.m. reporting a body at the bus terminal. Police discovered the woman, lying on the ground without any clothing, covered in multiple bite marks on her hands, head, chest, waist, and legs.
The woman had no identification, and authorities believed she was not from the area. The case has been classified as a Sudden Death, and the body was sent for a post-mortem examination at Tawau Hospital.
Calls for Immediate Action
According to The Star, the incident has sparked renewed calls for action to control stray dog populations.
Lahad Datu Umno Youth Chief, Datuk Seri Dr. Anil Sandhu, expressed his shock at the CCTV footage, calling for stronger measures to address the stray dog issue.
“All local councils, relevant government agencies, and animal rights activists should take the problem of stray dogs seriously as the time has come to solve this worrying problem that threatens people,” he said.
He stressed that local authorities, government agencies, and animal rights groups must take urgent steps to protect public safety.
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