Mumbai Dog Attack Viral Video: Pet Dog Turns Aggressive, Tries To Attack 3 Girls Inside Malad High-Rise
A pet dog allegedly turned aggressive inside a lift at Mumbai’s Sheth Irene high-rise tower in Malad West and tried to lunge at three young girls. CCTV footage showing the incident has gone viral on social media. The dog owner was seen struggling to control the pet, while the girls escaped safely. No serious injuries were reported, but residents raised safety concerns.
A pet dog allegedly turned aggressive inside a lift at the Sheth Irene high-rise tower in Malad West, Mumbai, and attempted to lunge at three young girls on July 16, according to a CCTV video circulating on social media. The incident took place when a woman entered the lift with her dog while the three girls were already inside.
The video shows the dog becoming restless shortly after the lift doors closed. The animal allegedly moved towards the girls, causing panic among those inside. The owner was seen attempting to restrain the dog and prevent it from reaching them. Gondia Dog Attack Video: 7-Year-Old Girl Mauled by Stray Dogs Outside Her Home in Maharashtra.
Pet Dog Turns Aggressive in Mumbai Lift, Lunges at Three Girls
CCTV Shows Dog Lunging Inside Malad High-Rise Lift
According to the video, the dog suddenly became aggressive moments after the lift started moving. The three girls appeared frightened as the dog moved towards them. The woman accompanying the pet tried to control the animal and hold it back. When the lift doors opened, one of the girls attempted to leave quickly, but the dog appeared to move towards her again. The owner managed to restrain the dog before it could reach the girl.
No one was reportedly seriously injured in the incident. However, the CCTV visuals have caused concern among residents of the building, with many expressing fear over the safety of children and other residents in shared spaces such as lifts. Dog Attack in Dombivli: 7-Year-Old Girl Attacked by Pack of Stray Dogs in Palava City Near Mumbai.
The incident has also renewed discussions around responsible pet ownership in residential societies, especially when animals show aggressive behaviour in common areas.
The video has gained attention online as residents and social media users discussed precautions that should be followed while handling pets in crowded areas. Authorities or housing society officials have not released further details regarding any action taken after the incident.
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