Sopore, Apr 10: A 7-year-old girl died after being bitten by a dog in the Seelu area of Sopore on Friday.
According to reports, the minor was attacked by a dog and sustained critical injuries. She was immediately shifted to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Sopore for treatment, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The deceased has been identified as Ayman Adnan, daughter of Adnan Ahmad Sheikh, a resident of Baghat Colony Seelu.
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The incident has sparked concern among locals, who have urged authorities to take necessary measures to address the growing menace of stray dogs in the area.