Rocky's purported owner, Klang council volunteer claim trial to animal cruelty
Both face charges over dog's death in enforcement operation last month.
A Klang city council volunteer, Shah Idham Nor Haikal Shaharom, appeared in the Sessions Court on August 20, 2024, accused of animal cruelty towards a dog named Rocky. The alleged incident took place on July 29, 2024, during a stray dog-catching operation in Taman Teluk Gedong Indah, Port Klang. According to prosecutors, Shah Idham strangled the dog with a looped rope, causing unnecessary pain or suffering. If found guilty, he faces a fine ranging from RM20,000 to RM100,000, up to three years in prison, or both.
The judge, Mujib Saroji, granted Shah Idham bail of RM6,000 with one surety. He was ordered to report to the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) every month until the case is resolved. The court has scheduled a case management hearing for October 8, 2024. DVS prosecuting officer Sharif Sabran represented the prosecution, while lawyer Rafique Rashid Ali defended Shah Idham.
The Dlang council has defended its officers, stating that the dog's owner behaved aggressively during the operation. The woman, allegedly the owner, attempted to cut the loop restraining Rocky and threatened to harm herself if the dog was not released.
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