Police in Hyderabad have registered a case against a man for an alleged act of extreme animal cruelty, where he is accused of deliberately running over a puppy with his car. The disturbing incident, which occurred in the city's Neredmet area, has been captured on a closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera, leading to public outrage and swift legal action.
Shocking CCTV Footage Captures the Act
The entire sequence of events was recorded by a security camera. The footage shows a white sedan approaching a small, stray puppy that is sitting on the road. Instead of slowing down or avoiding the animal, the driver appears to steer the car directly towards the puppy. The vehicle's tires crush the helpless animal. After the act, the car is seen stopping briefly before driving away from the scene, leaving the injured puppy behind. This visual evidence became the cornerstone of the complaint filed by animal welfare activists.
Police Action and Legal Framework
Following the circulation of the video and a formal complaint, the Neredmet police swung into action. They have booked the accused individual under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. The case has been registered under IPC Section 429 (mischief by killing or maiming animal) and Section 11(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. An investigation is currently underway to locate and apprehend the accused driver. The police are analyzing the CCTV footage and the vehicle details to progress with the case.
Outrage and Calls for Strict Punishment
The incident has triggered widespread anger among citizens and animal rights groups across Hyderabad and beyond. Activists have emphasized that this was not an accident but a deliberate, premeditated act of violence against a defenseless creature. They are demanding the strongest possible punishment for the accused to serve as a deterrent. The case has reignited discussions about the need for stricter enforcement of animal protection laws in India and greater societal empathy towards street animals.
Animal cruelty cases often face challenges in the judicial system, but the presence of clear video evidence in this instance strengthens the prosecution's case. Authorities have reiterated that cruelty to animals is a serious offence and that such acts will not be tolerated. The tragic death of the puppy in Neredmet stands as a somber reminder of the need for continued vigilance and advocacy for animal welfare.
