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Killing monkeys who have become violent

· 5 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1443 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Monkeys are becoming a big problem in our area, where they are even attacking children and adults if they think the person has any food on them. They are not scared when chasing away is attempted.

Is it permissible to shoot and kill them, if this problem is persisting?

Although it is a big problem, as the troop sizes keep increasing, authorities dont acknowledge any problem.

Answer

Yes, it is permissible.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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