Russian November 28, 2024 (Punjab Khabarnama Bureau)- A man with diabetes and poor blood clotting tragically bled to death after being scratched by his beloved cat, Daily Mail has reported. The incident occurred in the Kirishi district of the Leningrad region, Russia, on 22 November.
A tragic encounter with a beloved pet
The victim, 55-year-old Dmitry Ukhin, had been searching for his cat, Styopka, who had gone missing two days earlier. After finding the feline on the streets, Dmitry brought it home. Later that evening, the cat scratched his leg severely.
Dmitry’s pre-existing health issues — diabetes and poor blood clotting, likely exacerbated by high blood pressure — made the situation critical. Unable to stop the bleeding, Dmitry realised the gravity of his condition and called a neighbour for help.
Neighbour’s account and delayed medical response
A police source told local media, “Around 11 pm, a man called emergency services to report his friend was bleeding from his leg due to a torn vein. The scratches on Dmitry’s leg were so severe that he died of blood loss.”
The neighbour who provided first aid claimed the medical team took too long to arrive. Unfortunately, by the time they reached Dmitry, it was too late.
Dmitry’s wife, Natalya, was not at home during the incident but confirmed the details to local media. She described Styopka, the cat, as a kind and harmless pet who enjoyed wandering outdoors. The fate of the feline remains uncertain.