Meerut: Two women allegedly burned alive five stray puppies using petrol in Kankerkheda, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Friday. Both the accused, Shoba and Aarti have been booked by the police. The incident occurred on November 5 in Sant Nagar Colony on Rohta Road.
A complaint was filed at Kankerkheda police station, claiming that two women allegedly burned 5 puppy dogs alive. Following this, a case was registered under Section 325 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (mischief by killing or maiming animal) in the case lodged at Kankerkheda police station.
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"Further legal action will follow upon investigation," Jitendra Kumar said.
The complainant, Vashishth stated a street dog had recently given birth to five puppies, which were allegedly targeted by the accused women. They poured petrol on the puppies and set them on fire.
On Friday, the Meerut Vyapar Mandal representatives met Circle Officer (CO) Daurala Shuchita Singh to bring the incident to his attention and demand strict action against the women involved.
(With PTI Inputs)