Ocelots Terrorize Panamanian Town: Residents Live in Fear

Ocelots Attack Pets in Panamanian Town, Sparking Fear Among Residents Puerto Armuelles, Panama - Residents of the San Vicente area in Puerto Armuelles are living in fear after a series of ocelot attacks on domestic animals. The attacks have raised concerns about the safety of children who live near the forested areas where the ocelots are believed to be coming from. "What worries us most is the safety of the children," said Liliana Atencio, a resident of the area. "There are many children around this reserve, and the authorities aren’t providing a solution to these attacks." One ocelot has been captured, but residents report that others remain at large. Carlos Morales, another resident, stated, "They need to give us back the cages; we will take care of them. There’s another ocelot up there hunting animals." Residents are calling on environmental authorities to develop a plan to capture the remaining ocelots and ensure the safety of the community. The situation highlights the delicate balance between wildlife and human populations in close proximity.