Tanjung Bungah dog attack: MBPP cancels licence, issues RM250 compound
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has cancelled a dog licence and issued its owner a RM250 compound following an attack on a stray dog in Tanjung Bungah.
On Tuesday, the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) took decisive action following a distressing incident in Tanjung Bungah where a dog attack on a stray dog went viral on social media. Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran announced the cancellation of a dog licence and a RM250 fine for the owner, who had not been given permission to release the dog following the incident.
The owner had been advised to file a police report, but admitted that another individual had taken the dog out for a walk on the day of the attack, as informed to the NST. The viral footage sparked public concern and led the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) to launch an investigation into the matter. Subsequently, the MBPP seized the involved dog.
The DVS has also encouraged the public to report any instances of animal provocation or encouragement of attacks, urging those with relevant evidence or allegations to file a police report.
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