California woman left with horrific injuries after being attacked by gang of wild turkeys
An 83-year-old woman in California was severely injured after being attacked by a group of wild turkeys during her evening walk. Mary Jo Kelly suffered multiple injuries, including bruising and cuts that required stitches. Following the incident, she has called for action from local officials to address the issue of aggressive wildlife in the area.
- ▪Mary Jo Kelly was attacked by two wild turkeys while walking in Alameda.
- ▪She sustained injuries that required six stitches in her hand and left her with visible bruising.
- ▪The Alameda Police Department stated they cannot remove the turkeys due to wildlife regulations.
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Metro California woman, 83, left with horrific injuries after being attacked by gang of wild turkeys By Nina Joudeh Published May 31, 2026, 5:40 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google An 83-year-old California woman was left bloodied, bruised and in need of stitches after a gang of wild turkeys ambushed her during an evening walk in Alameda. Mary Jo Kelly, a longtime resident of the Bay Area city, said she was out walking last Thursday when two of the birds attacked her from behind, sending her crashing to the ground. 6 Mary Jo Kelly, a longtime resident of the Bay Area city, said she was out walking last Thursday when two of the birds attacked her from behind, sending her crashing to the ground.
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