Kamareddy: Monkeys killed despite State warning

At least five monkeys were killed and several injured after being injected with tranquilisers and dumped near a roadside dhaba in Ankampally village of Biknoor mandal. Forest and police officials have launched an investigation and are examining surveillance footage to trace the offenders.

Kamareddy: Despite the State government issuing strict instructions, incidents of monkeys being killed continue to be reported from different parts of the State.

One such incident came to light at a roadside dhaba in Ankampally village of Biknoor mandal in the district.

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At least five monkeys were killed, while a few others suffered grievous injuries. Though the incident occurred on Tuesday night, it came to light on Wednesday after veterinary doctors examined their health condition.

According to locals, a few unidentified persons had injected tranquilisers into around 10 to 12 monkeys at another location and dumped them at the dhaba in Ankampally.

The local gram panchayat members immediately informed forest and veterinary officials in Biknoor. A team visited the spot and examined the animals.

Doctors diagnosed that about five monkeys died due to an overdose of tranquilizers, while a few others sustained injuries while trying to escape from the cage in which they were brought. After treatment, some of the injured monkeys recovered and ran into the forest along the highway, reports said.

Police and forest officials are trying to trace the offenders and are examining surveillance camera footage at a toll gate located nearly five km from the spot, according to reports.