Published : Jan 30, 2026, 05:21 PM ISTUpdated : Jan 30, 2026, 05:36 PM IST
A pet dog viciously attacked a woman who was out for a walk in Bengaluru. The woman suffered serious injuries, and a police complaint has been filed against the dog's owner for negligence. This incident has raised concerns about pet management.
Woman suffers serious injuries to neck, face, hands, and legs
A pet dog viciously attacked a woman in HSR Layout of Karnataka's Bengaluru on January 26. She sustained serious injuries to her neck, face, and limbs and is now hospitalized. The attack happened at 6:54 AM.
The woman was on her morning walk when she was suddenly attacked by the dog.
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Dog bit the neck
Eyewitnesses say the dog latched onto the woman's neck. It also attacked a man who tried to help. She needed over 50 stitches on her face and neck but is now out of danger.
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Allegation of pet dog owner's negligence
The dog belongs to Amaresh Reddy. The owner is accused of negligence for not leashing the dog. The victim's husband has filed a police complaint against him for his carelessness.
Police have registered a case and are investigating, reviewing CCTV footage. The incident has caused anxiety among HSR Layout residents, who now question their safety during walks.
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Need for strict rules for pet dog management
This attack has sparked a debate on owner responsibility. There are growing calls for stricter rules on pet control in public spaces to ensure safety for everyone in the city.
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Dog attacks on 6 people across the state
On Thursday, 6 people were bitten by dogs across the state, including an elderly man in Belagavi, a 6-year-old girl in Bengaluru South, and four girls in Kalaburagi.
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Continued dog attacks:
In Belagavi, a man was attacked returning home. In Bengaluru South, stray dogs mauled a 6-year-old girl. In Kalaburagi, four schoolgirls were attacked and injured.
