Aggressive fowl injures toddler in Kanyama, quarantined; police conducting forensic investigation

Kanyama Police Station has recorded a case in which a one-year-eight-month-old boy sustained injuries after being attacked by a rooster.

Police Assistant Public Relations Officer, Godfrey Chilabi, said the incident occurred on May 25, 2025, around 10:30 hours in the Kanono area of Kanyama Compound in Lusaka.

In a statement issued on Monday, Chilabi said the matter was reported by the child’s father, a 42-year-old resident of the area.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the toddler was playing outside the house with his older sibling when the rooster, owned by their 43-year-old landlord, suddenly attacked and inflicted a deep cut on the child’s head.

Chilabi added that the bird is known for its aggressive behaviour and has previously attacked other children in the area.

A medical report was issued, and the child was taken to hospital for treatment. He was later discharged.

Police have since engaged the Veterinary Department to quarantine the bird and conduct necessary forensic investigations.

Additionally, the Lusaka City Council has been involved to enforce provisions under Section 67 of the Public Health Act, Chapter 295, and Statutory Instrument No. 44 of 2007, which prohibit public nuisances.

WARNING! All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express permission from ZAMBIA MONITOR.