Leopard cub falls into well; rescued

A two-year old leopard which fell into a well in a village in the district was today rescued in a nearly 10-hour long operation.

The leopard was spotted inside the well at Kannokkara near Vadakara by the locals around 9.30 AM and they informed the police.

A team comprising veterinarians, fire force and forest department officials launched the rescue operations.

After tranquilising the leopard, they lifted it out using a net, officials said adding it was under medical observation.

A large number of people thronged the spot to have a glimpse of the wild visitor.

As the area was about 30 kms away from nearest forest, officials are surprised as to how the leopard found its way to the village.