Zambia: A 72-year-old man who is a resident of the Chitwi Farm Block in Luanshya district is forced to undergo amputation of his limbs after he was attacked by four crossbreed dogs in a lethal and dangerous attack.
The victim has been identified as Willie Konda. He 8ll is one of the farmworker at Baba’s Farm. According to the official reports from the police, this incident happened on Thursday evening, last week. At the time of the attack, the victim was on his way home around 19:00 hours.
The victim, Konda was returning to his house after watching television at a neighboring farm. At this time, he was attacked by the dogs belonging to Simukonda who is a resident of Kawango Farm No. 4249.
The incident was allegedly witnessed by some of the neighborhood residents. They confirmed that the dogs were released from their kennel for routine feeding when they attacked the victim.
The animals bit off flesh from the body and legs of the victim. As a result of the attack, Konda suffered large open wounds and exposed bone tissue. He had to be rushed to the Roan General Hospital where he is currently receiving treatment.
The tests done at the healthcare facility have suggested that the extent of wounds injuries may lead to the amputation of both legs.
The Luanshya Municipal Council has since started the legal proceedings against the owner of the dogs responsible for the attack. Simukonda will be legally taken for multiple violations under the Public Health Act and the Dog Control Act.
Council Public Relations Manager, Gideon Thole, has also confirmed that the local authority is working with the Zambia Police Service to kill the dogs involved in the attack.
Finally, the Council Acting Director of Public Health, Justin Siafumba has confirmed that Simukonda will be charged with multiple charges. The list of charges includes failing to secure the animals, keeping unregistered and unvaccinated dogs, and violating local dog ownership limits.