{
  "id": 19679051,
  "title": "Probe photo, video of cat being dangled out of truck, urges NGO",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/probe-photo-video-of-cat-being-dangled-out-of-truck-urges-ngo-19679051",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T15:55:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/11/12/probe-photo-video-of-cat-being-dangled-out-of-truck-urges-ngo"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "An animal welfare group in Malaysia has called for a thorough investigation into a disturbing photograph and video showing a cat being dangled by a cord from the window of a pickup truck in Kluang, Johor. The photograph, reportedly taken at Batu 2, Jalan Mersing, depicts the cat's neck tightly wrapped with a cord, causing concern for the animal's safety and potential cruelty.\n\nPersatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia (SAFM), the animal welfare group, released a statement expressing their distress over the image and their desire to understand the cat's condition, whether it is still alive, and if it has sustained any injuries. SAFM's president, R Kalaivanan, urged the police and Johor veterinary services department to locate the cat and provide necessary veterinary care if needed. He also called for an investigation into potential violations of Section 29 of the Animal Welfare Act 2015, which addresses cruelty to animals.\n\nKalaivanan noted that authorities had reportedly launched an investigation into the incident, but he emphasized the need for a comprehensive inquiry and updates on the findings. SAFM appealed to individuals who possess information or additional photographs related to the case to come forward and assist the authorities in their efforts to address this troubling situation. Johor police have been contacted for further comment on the matter.",
  "summary": "Animal welfare group Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia wants authorities to locate the cat and establish whether it is still alive.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}