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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Australian man faces 20 charges after alleged events in quiet holiday town
After an extensive investigation into the deaths of wild animals in a quiet Australian seaside town, a man is facing 20 charges. It's understood they relate to an alleged incident in February when residents of Venus Bay discovered the bodies of up to nine wombats. Police and Victoria's Conservation Regulator began investigating the deaths during the summer and announced a South Gippsland man had been charged today under the Wildlife Act and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. They will allege the deaths represent 'a senseless and deliberate act of animal cruelty'. Located on the Bass Coast, the ordinarily quiet village is a world away from nearby bustling Inverloch and Phillip Island, where the population swells from around 14,000 to 40,000 over the summer. Because it hasn't been developed like neighbouring suburbs, it's known for its wildlife, and ahead of the summer, residents placed homemade wombat warning signs in their front yards, asking tourists to slow down. How do I respond if I witness wildlife crime? Under Victoria's Wildlife Act, it is illegal to kill or harm wildlife without a permit. Conservation Regulator chief Kate Gavens said her agency, which sits within the Department of Environment (DEECA) takes wildlife crime 'seriously'. 'Wildlife cruelty is unacceptable. [The] Conservation Regulator will investigate and seek prosecution for serious cases of wildlife cruelty,' she said. New $48 million national park announced to save iconic Aussie animals Wild photo shows hidden danger in mud Amazing footage shows native 1kg predator killing rats Anyone with information about wildlife crime is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Reports can be made anonymously. Love Australia's weird and wonderful environment? 🐊🦘😳 Get our new newsletter showcasing the week's best stories.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Time of India
Society residents beat stray dog, attack rescuer and ambulance driver in Mohali
Mohali: In a disturbing case of animal cruelty and assault in Mohali, an FIR has been registered against two residents of Motia Blue Ridge Society in Peermuchhalla, Zirakpur, for allegedly beating a stray dog and attacking a rescuer and an ambulance driver who had come to shift the injured animal. Dhakoli police have filed a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, along with relevant sections of the BNS. Inspector Simar Singh Shergill, station house officer (SHO) of Dhakoli police station, confirmed that the case was filed based on a complaint by Deepak Kumar, a local animal welfare volunteer associated with People for Animals (PFA). Deepak alleged that on the evening of July 20, he and his brother Pradeep were obstructed and assaulted by residents while feeding stray dogs inside the society premises. Deepak, a resident of Peermuchhalla, said that around 20 to 25 residents gathered near the society gate, where a confrontation broke out. Among them, two individuals — identified as Sandeep and Sai Vashishta — allegedly manhandled the brothers. Deepak claimed that Sandeep pushed his brother and seized his mobile phone, while Sai Vashishta took their motorcycle keys. Deepak was also allegedly threatened and forced to apologise when he attempted to record the altercation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Later that evening, a security guard informed Deepak about a severely injured stray dog at a nearby construction site. He arranged an ambulance and dispatched driver Tinku to the location. However, upon reaching the society gate, the ambulance was allegedly blocked by residents, and the driver's mobile phone was also taken away. According to Deepak, when he tried to contact the driver, a man on the other end issued further threats and refused to allow the dog to be removed for treatment. The situation remained tense throughout the night, and the injured dog could only be rescued the next day with police presence. Deepak also alleged that the security guard who initially reported the dog's condition was also assaulted by residents and fled the scene fearing for his safety. "Based on the complaint, we have registered a case against Sandeep, Sai Vashishta, and others involved. The charges include cruelty to animals, criminal intimidation, and obstruction," said SHO Simar Singh Shergill. He added that investigations are under way. No arrests have been made in the case so far.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Cow stolen for alleged slaughter
Udupi: A case of cattle theft with the alleged intent of slaughter was reported from Kalavara village in Kundapur taluk. The complainant, Manohar,33, from Kalavara village, stated that he let his cattle out to graze on the morning of July 27. Later, two of the cows did not return home. On Monday morning, around 8 am, one cow returned home, but the other remained missing. Despite an extensive search in the surrounding areas and forest, the cow could not be found. Subsequently, on the evening of the same day, the complainant reviewed CCTV footage from the Nandikeshwara Bakery at Kalavara Junction. The footage showed the two cows resting beside the bakery. Around 5 am on Monday, two individuals were seen feeding something to one of the cows, forcefully grabbing its horn, and tying its legs. They then appeared to cruelly load the cow into a vehicle with the intention of slaughter, he stated in the complaint. The stolen animal was a five-year-old brown cow, valued at approximately Rs 5,000. Based on this, a case was registered at Kundapur Rural police station under Section 303(2) of the BNS, Sections 4, 5, and 12 of the Karnataka Prevention of Cow Slaughter and Cattle Preservation Act, and Section 11(1)(d) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Time of India
Cow stolen for slaughter in Karnataka's Kundapur, one still missing
UDUPI: A case of cattle theft with the alleged intent of slaughter was reported from Kalavara village in Kundapur taluk. The complainant, Manohar, 33, from Kalavara village, stated that he let his cattle out to graze on the morning of July 27. Later, two of the cows did not return home. On Monday morning, around 8:00 am, one cow returned home, but the other remained missing. Despite extensive searching in the surrounding areas and forest, the cow could not be found. Subsequently, on the evening of the same day, the complainant reviewed CCTV footage from the Nandikeshwara Bakery at Kalavara Junction. The footage showed the two cows resting beside the bakery. Around 5:00 am on Monday, two individuals were seen feeding something to one of the cows, forcefully grabbing its horn, and tying its legs. They then appeared to cruelly load the cow into a vehicle with the intention of slaughter, he stated in the complaint. The stolen animal was a five-year-old brown cow, valued at approximately Rs 5,000. Based on this, a case was registered at Kundapur Rural Police Station under Section 303(2) of the BNS, Sections 4, 5, and 12 of the Karnataka Prevention of Cow Slaughter and Cattle Preservation Act, and Section 11(1)(d) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Health
- NDTV
"Very Disturbing, Alarming": Supreme Court On Rising Stray Dog Bite Cases
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday took suo motu cognisance of a media report about incidents of dog bites leading to rabies and called it "very disturbing and alarming". "The news item contains some alarming and disturbing figures and facts," a bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said. It said every day, hundreds of dog bites were being reported in Delhi and on its outskirts, leading to rabies and ultimately, children and the aged were "falling prey to the dreadful disease". "Let this order be placed along with the news report before the Chief Justice of India for appropriate orders," the bench added. Congress MP Karti Chidambaram, who has been raising the issue, welcomed the move. "At last," he wrote on X, while sharing NDTV's breaking news post on the Supreme Court's suo moto cognisance. At last! — Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) July 28, 2025 Speaking to NDTV last week, he said it was a "serious health and safety problem" in India. He also called for a new national policy to build shelters for the strays across the country. "Move the dogs on the street, sterilise them, vaccinate them and keep them in a safe shelter," he said, adding that "We should increase adoption, but stray dogs can't be on the streets." Over 37 Lakh Dog Bite Cases In India In 2024 The Centre last week said that India reported over 37 lakh dog bite cases and 54 suspected human rabies deaths in 2024. According to data shared by Union Minister SP Singh Baghel in the Parliament on July 22, the total number of dog bite cases stood at 37,17,336, while the total 'suspected human rabies deaths' were 54 last year. He said that municipalities are responsible for controlling the stray dog population, adding that they are implementing the Animal Birth Control Programme to regulate their population. He also said the Centre has notified the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023, under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, which focuses on the neutering and anti-rabies vaccination of stray dogs. Elaborating on the steps, he said his ministry issued an advisory in November 2024 to states, asking them to implement the ABC Programme and related activities through local bodies, as part of its objective to ensure the "safety and security of children, especially toddlers, from stray dog attacks".
