Man arrested over viral video showing cat abuse at Old Klang Road condominium

MALAYSIA: Police have arrested a 43-year-old man following the circulation of a viral video depicting the brutal treatment of a cat at a condominium on Old Klang Road, Kuala Lumpur.

The video, shared by the Malaysia Animal Association on 23 November, has sparked outrage among netizens.

The footage, which has garnered over 10,000 views, shows a man dressed in a black t-shirt and shorts dragging a grey cat by its neck with a rope.

The cat is visibly in distress, yowling and struggling to escape throughout the clip.

At one point, the cat goes limp, slumping to its side, leaving a trail of urine—believed to be caused by the extreme pain it endured.

Malaysia Animal Association president Arie Dwi Andika strongly condemned the act, urging the person who recorded the incident to file a police report and help identify the perpetrator.

The organization is offering a RM3,000 (S$907) reward to anyone who provides information leading to the arrest, prosecution, and sentencing of the suspect.

City police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa confirmed that the suspect was apprehended by the Brickfields Serious Crimes Investigation Unit (D9) at 6:10 pm on 24 November.

“He will be remanded as investigations proceed under Section 428 of the Penal Code for mischief by killing or maiming an animal,” he said.

Section 428 of the Penal Code provides for a prison sentence of up to three years, a fine, or both, upon conviction.

Authorities are urging the public to assist with the investigation by providing any additional information.

Those with relevant details are encouraged to contact the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-2115 9999 or the Brickfields police hotline at 03-2297 9222.

Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia (SAFM), a non-profit organization dedicated to handling cases of animal cruelty, is also calling on the public to play an active role in addressing animal abuse and neglect.

SAFM advises individuals to document incidents by taking photos or videos and promptly reporting them.

Reports can be made through SAFM’s hotline at 013-706 6770 or directly to the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS).

Under the Animal Welfare Act 2015, perpetrators of animal cruelty can be held accountable, facing fines or imprisonment for their actions.