In 2016, a camel in India killed its owner after being left tied up for hours in extreme heat without water or shade. The incident occurred in Rajasthan’s Barmer district, where temperatures had soared above 109°F. Witnesses said the camel, visibly distressed, snapped when the owner, Urjaram, finally approached. The animal attacked, biting and severing his head in front of shocked villagers. It took 25 people over six hours to subdue the enraged beast.
Locals claimed prior tension existed between Urjaram and the camel, raising concerns about animal mistreatment. Though typically docile, camels can become aggressive when provoked or abused. Weighing over a ton and capable of deadly bites and kicks, they are far from harmless when pushed.
Similar rare but deadly camel attacks have occurred worldwide, often triggered by mistreatment. Experts warn that even “gentle giants” can turn violent under extreme stress or neglect.