There has been an alarming increase in dog biting cases in the coastal area of Arnala in Virar West with the fisherfolk reeling under constant threat of stray canines. Couple of days ago, a pack of stray dogs attacked an eight-year-old boy who was out to play. Locals said there are around 10 such cases each day. The aggressive pack nearly half a dozen strays chased the boy, bit him all over his body and mauled his left ear. Hearing the screams, a group of youth rushed to help.

Ayush Kushwaha has sustained severe injuries. Pics/Hanif Patel