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Sonu, a sweeper at the local vegetable market, was bitten by a dog. (Representative Image: AP)
Mohammad Rashid, a vegetable trader, described how Sonu began eating raw meat and exhibited aggressive behaviour after the dog bite.
A disturbing incident has unfolded in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar, where a young man, identified as Sonu, has started exhibiting alarming behaviour after being bitten by a dog. According to reports, Sonu has bitten several people in the area, causing widespread fear among residents and traders.
Nearly 10 to 12 days ago, Sonu, a sweeper at the local vegetable market, was bitten by a dog. Since then, he has reportedly begun to bite passers-by and has even started consuming raw meat. Traders in the market have taken steps to address his condition, including providing medical treatment and rabies vaccinations. Despite these measures, Sonu’s behavior has not improved, leading to increased anxiety among locals.
Mohammad Rashid, a vegetable trader, described how Sonu began eating raw meat and exhibited aggressive behaviour after the dog bite. Rashid and other traders have attempted to treat Sonu, but he has refused further medical care and continues to act erratically.
Another vegetable seller, Narendra Thakur, recounted an incident where Sonu bit him while he was shopping for onions. Following the bite, Thakur received medical treatment and an injection as a precaution.
Experts have weighed in on the situation. Dr Sumit Rawat from Bundelkhand Medical College clarified that rabies is not transmitted from person to person. He noted that if it has been 10 to 12 days since Sonu was bitten, rabies would have manifested in a more severe form, potentially leading to death. Dr Rawat suggested that Sonu’s current behaviour might be linked to a psychological disorder exacerbated by alcohol consumption, rather than rabies.
For safety reasons, Dr Rawat recommended that the public maintain a safe distance from Sonu to prevent further incidents.