Police have registered an FIR against an unidentified person for allegedly assaulting a community dog in Nandanvan, following an incident that has sparked outrage among residents and animal welfare activists. The attack reportedly took place late on the night of June 22 near NIT Garden in the Srinagar locality.
According to local residents, the community dog, known for its calm nature and familiar presence in the neighbourhood, was resting inside the premises of a house when the accused allegedly entered the property and repeatedly attacked the animal with a wooden stick. The dog suffered severe head injuries, multiple wounds and internal bleeding, collapsing after the assault.
A resident who attempted to intervene was reportedly pushed aside before the accused fled the spot.
Volunteers from the Save Speechless Organisation (SSO) rushed the injured dog to a veterinary hospital, where doctors found a fractured skull, a large haematoma and critical internal bleeding.
Veterinarians said the dog required immediate treatment to save its life due to the seriousness of its injuries.
Based on a complaint and subsequent investigation, Nandanvan Police have registered an FIR under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and criminal trespass.
Animal welfare groups have condemned the incident, calling for strict action against the accused, while residents said the incident has raised serious concerns over the safety and treatment of community animals in the city.
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