Bangkok, July 29: In a tragic and grisly discovery, 28 dogs were rescued after surviving by feeding on their deceased owner's leg in Thailand's Bangkok. The body of 62-year-old Attapol Charoenpithak was found in his home in the Khlong Sam Wa district of Bangkok on Saturday, July 27. Neighbours had alerted local medical rescue services after noticing that Attapol's car had not moved for several days.

According to a report published by the South China Morning Post, Attapol is believed to have died from pre-existing medical conditions, including hypertension and diabetes, leaving the dogs locked inside without food for at least a week. When police and officials from The Voice Foundation, an animal welfare organisation, entered the home, they found it in a state of disarray, with floors covered in rubbish and dog faeces. Thailand: Man Dies After ‘Litres of Blood’ Burst From His Mouth, Nose Onboard Lufthansa Flight.

28 Starving Dogs Survive for by Consuming Dead Owner’s Leg 

The Voice Foundation reported that 30 dogs were in the house, but two had already perished. The surviving dogs, a mix of Chihuahua and Shih Tzu breeds were found scattered around the house. According to police sources cited by The Nation, the dogs are thought to have survived by feeding on Attapol's left leg. Cyanide Poisoning in Thailand: Pregnant Woman Accused of Murdering 12 Friends Including Ex-Boyfriend Using Deadliest Poison.

The foundation documented the scene and assessed the animals' health, sharing the conditions in an Instagram video. The organisation shared the video showing the conditions the animals were discovered in and wrote, “Initially, it was reported that there were about 15 dogs surrounding the uncle’s body. But when the team and doctors arrived to the area, they found them scattered around the house and 2 dead bodies were found.”

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