Landowner 'mutilates' cowfor straying into his field
According to a complaint filed at Khanpur police station, Mehmoodur Rehman, a resident of Upper Khanpur, alleged that he had started a small livestock business with Muhammad Naeem in the village of Dhaniya Khanpur, where they raised and sold cows and calves.
On July 13, his cow allegedly wandered off toward a stream — possibly in search of water — and entered a field owned by Chaudhry Qayyum.
The complainant claimed that Qayyum set dogs on the cow and attacked it with stones and sticks, breaking its leg and causing severe injuries. Despite the cow's condition, it was not provided any assistance and reportedly died after suffering all day in the heat and sun.
An eyewitness was also present during the incident. Mehmood stated that the cow had recently given birth, leaving the calf without milk.
He further claimed that despite approaching the accused along with the witness to demand compensation, Qayyum refused to engage in any discussion.
According to Mehmood, the cow was valued at over Rs300,000 and was a source of milk income. He cited the incident as a punishable offence under Section 429 of the Pakistan Penal Code and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1890, and urged authorities to take legal action and compensate his loss.
Police have acknowledged receiving the complaint but stated that no formal action has been taken yet.
The incident has sparked concern among residents over the rising cruelty toward animals.
In response, Chaudhry Qayyum denied the allegations, stating that the cow fell from a 12-foot-high ledge due to fear of dogs and broke its legs. He claimed a butcher was called to slaughter the injured animal and described the cruelty claims as false accusations.
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