Uttar Pradesh: Stray dog attack triggers panic outside police station in Bijnor

The unprovoked attack unfolded in front of the Nagar Police Station, where an aggressive stray dog injured multiple passersby. Locals blamed rising stray dog numbers and demanded urgent municipal action to prevent similar incidents in the town.

Panic outside Bijnor police station after stray dog bites multiple pedestrians

Aggressive stray dog attack outside Bijnor police station leaves several injured and sparks fear

On 5 January, an aggressive stray dog went on a biting spree outside the Nagar Police Station in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. Around 12 people were injured within a short span of time.

According to media reports, the dog suddenly turned violent and began attacking pedestrians moving along the road in front of the police station. The unprovoked assaults caused chaos in the area, with people running for cover as the animal targeted anyone in its path.

Several individuals sustained injuries to their hands, legs and other parts of the body. Locals said the situation remained tense for some time, and movement in front of the police station was disrupted following the incident.

Residents flag growing stray dog threat

Residents of the area have expressed serious concern over the rising number of stray dogs in the town, stating that such attacks have become increasingly frequent. They alleged that despite repeated incidents, no effective measures have been taken to control the stray dog population.

The locals have demanded immediate and concrete action from the municipal authorities to prevent further attacks and ensure public safety.

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Disclaimer: This counter uses officially reported dog bite cases from 1st January 2026 to 30th June 2026 as the base figure. After 30th June, it projects estimated cases using the January-June 2026 daily average. It does not represent official real-time reporting.