Jagatpur, Jan 12: A Leopard sighting in the Jagatpur area of Cuttack, Odisha, has left residents in a state of fear after CCTV footage allegedly captured the big cat roaming the streets.

According to reports, the animal was spotted around 11 pm on Sunday in the Imam Nagar area of Jagatpur. The footage, showing a large creature suspected to be a Leopard, has since gone viral, prompting authorities to launch an investigation to confirm its authenticity.

The video, which depicts the animal prowling through the streets, has sent a wave of anxiety among locals. Many are now urging the Forest Department to take immediate action to ensure public safety.

While the Forest Department has yet to confirm whether the creature is indeed a Leopard or possibly a tiger, officials have taken the sighting seriously. A team has been deployed to the area to track the animal and assess the situation. The local community remains on high alert, waiting for further updates from the authorities.