00:01A video showing an individual allegedly placing a cat into a sack has gone viral,
00:06prompting a police investigation.
00:08Heliaparag District Police Chief ACP Chwakok Lian said police were aware of the viral video
00:14and believed the incident took place near an eatery in Teluk Intan.
00:19In the clip, the individual claimed he was packing Roti Shanai
00:23after being confronted by the person recording the video.
00:26He also refused to reveal the contents of the bag and said the cat would be sent to his boss,
00:32who allegedly liked the animal.
00:35Chwa said police had received a report from the eatery owner
00:37and launched investigations to identify the individual involved,
00:41determine the exact location and establish the facts surrounding the incident.
00:46He added that there could be elements of animal abuse in the incident
00:50and police would work closely with the veterinary services department to complete the investigation.
00:56An investigation paper has been opened under Section 29 of the Animal Welfare Act.
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