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Crime
Monkeys Found Dead in Chhattisgarh Village; Residents Suspect Watchman
✍️ ETV Bharat
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 09:32 PM
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Several monkeys were discovered dead in a Chhattisgarh village, and locals allege that a village watchman was involved.
ETV Bharat reported that a number of monkeys were found dead in a village in Chhattisgarh. The incident has shocked the local community, which relies on the animals for ecological balance and, in some cases, for tourism.
Villagers quickly pointed to the village watchman, claiming he may have been responsible for the killings. They said the watchman's duties include overseeing the area at night, and some residents observed unusual activity around the time the monkeys went missing.
Local authorities have been alerted, and a preliminary inquiry is underway to verify the allegations and determine the cause of death. No official statements from police or the watchman have been released as of now.
The incident highlights growing concerns over wildlife protection in rural India, where human‑wildlife interactions can sometimes turn hostile. Officials are expected to investigate further and consider measures to prevent similar occurrences.
Until the investigation concludes, the village remains on alert, and residents are urging swift action to bring clarity to the case.
Villagers quickly pointed to the village watchman, claiming he may have been responsible for the killings. They said the watchman's duties include overseeing the area at night, and some residents observed unusual activity around the time the monkeys went missing.
Local authorities have been alerted, and a preliminary inquiry is underway to verify the allegations and determine the cause of death. No official statements from police or the watchman have been released as of now.
The incident highlights growing concerns over wildlife protection in rural India, where human‑wildlife interactions can sometimes turn hostile. Officials are expected to investigate further and consider measures to prevent similar occurrences.
Until the investigation concludes, the village remains on alert, and residents are urging swift action to bring clarity to the case.