KAJANG: Police confirmed that an investigation has been initiated on the case of a husky being abused by its owner, which came to light due to a viral video.
Kajang district police chief Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abd Yusof confirmed that a police report was lodged about the incident at 12.47am yesterday.
He said the dog's owner will be investigated by the Veterinary Services Department (DVS).
"The report was lodged about a viral video where a man was seen hitting a dog multiple times at his apartment balcony in Batu 9, Cheras, here," he said in a statement today.
He said the case was referred to the DVS for further action.
"We wish to advise the public to refrain from breaking the law.
"This includes abusing animals including pets. Those liable can be prosecuted under the Animal Welfare Act 2015,"Naazron said.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson from the DVS said it received several reports on the incident through its office in Selangor.
The spokesperson also confirmed the department was investigating the case.
Online portal FMT had previously reported about the case after a video went viral showing the husky being abused by its owner. Animal rescuers later rushed to a condominium in Kajang to rescue the canine.
Independent rescuer Shima Aris was reported saying that she and two others were intent on getting the husky away from the house no matter what.
She had also said that the rescued husky was now being treated at a private veterinarian clinic. The dog did not have any visible wounds.
Shima had also revealed that the dog was so traumatised and afraid of humans that it would urinate when the rescuers touch it, making it difficult initially to do a thorough check-up.