While rare, feral hogs have attacked and even killed humans in the past. A 2013 study found that most attacks on humans happened under non-hunting circumstances and appeared to be unprovoked.

Police are unsure if a crime has been committed because the animals were livestock: "If it was a pit bull [dog] … then we would know the answer right away." ...

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Feral hogs cause an estimated $400 million in ... The hogs are known to attack pets and humans if they feel threatened. They also reproduce at a rapid rate, as a single sow can birth up to two ...

IRVING, Texas — In Irving, near the Valley Ranch suburb, homeowners face an unwelcome guest: feral hogs. These invasive animals have been wreaking havoc in yards, tearing up landscapes and ...

While they might seem harmless or even cute from a distance, feral hogs are far from benign. They are known to attack pets and even humans if they feel threatened. Additionally, their populations can ...