A Malaysian man was fined for dragging a cat by its neck, pleads guilty under the Animals Act 1953.

A Malaysian court fined a 43-year-old man, Goh Kuan Pan, RM10,000 for dragging a cat by its neck with a rope, causing it harm. The incident, caught on camera, occurred in an apartment corridor in Kuala Lumpur. Goh pleaded guilty and faces a two-month jail term if he fails to pay the fine. The case was handled under the Animals Act 1953, which allows for a maximum fine of RM50,000 or one year in jail.

December 18, 2024
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