Community Warned to Avoid River After Infant Eaten Alive in Front of Father
A tragic and horrifying incident has shocked a local community after an infant was reportedly killed and eaten by a wild animal while in the arms of their father near a riverbank. The devastating event occurred in a remote village where families often gather near the river for bathing, fishing, and washing clothes. Authorities have now issued an urgent warning to all residents to avoid the river area until further notice.
According to initial reports, the father had taken his infant child to the river during the early morning hours. Witnesses say the area appeared calm, with no immediate signs of danger. Moments later, a large predatory animal—believed to be either a crocodile or a monitor lizard—emerged from the water and lunged at the child with astonishing speed. Despite the father’s desperate efforts to fight it off, the animal overpowered him and dragged the baby into the river. The child was reportedly killed instantly.
Local officials responded quickly to the scene but were unable to recover the infant’s body due to the swift current and presence of multiple dangerous animals in the area. Wildlife experts have since been dispatched to survey the river and confirm the identity of the predator. Early assessments suggest the attack was likely carried out by a crocodile, a known hazard in the region during rainy season.
Grief has rippled through the small community, with many residents demanding more aggressive action from wildlife authorities. Villagers claim the river has long been home to dangerous animals, and that warnings in the past have been ignored or downplayed. Officials have since erected warning signs and are working to create a secure perimeter along high-risk zones.
The father, who sustained injuries during the attack, is receiving medical and psychological care. He is said to be traumatized but cooperating with investigators.
Authorities urge everyone to remain vigilant and stay away from the river until wildlife teams have cleared the area.
