Dog's death during canine-catching operation renews scrutiny of how Malaysia manages strays
- KUALA LUMPUR: A pet dog's death during a municipal dog-catching operation in Selangor - which has led to animal cruelty charges against its owner and a volunteer canine-catcher - has renewed scrutiny of how Malaysia manages its strays.
- On Thursday (Aug 20), S Roghini Devi, 42, and Muhammad Shah Idham Nor Haikal Shaharom, 24, were separately charged at the Klang Sessions Court with committing animal cruelty through an unreasonable act that caused unnecessary pain or suffering.
- Shah Idham is alleged to have strangled the dog with a loop while Roghini was alleged to have pulled the dog.
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- KUALA LUMPUR: A pet dog's death during a municipal dog-catching operation in Selangor - which has led to animal cruelty charges against its owner and a volunteer canine-catcher - has renewed scrutiny of how Malaysia manages its strays.
- On Thursday (Aug 20), S Roghini Devi, 42, and Muhammad Shah Idham Nor Haikal Shaharom, 24, were separately charged at the Klang Sessions Court with committing animal cruelty through an unreasonable act that caused unnecessary pain or suffering.
- Shah Idham is alleged to have strangled the dog with a loop while Roghini was alleged to have pulled the dog.
Sources: CNA