Over the years there have been many cases of cat killers in various locations of Singapore. Looks like there is yet another one at Boon Lay.
According to the video caption, the incident took place at 186 Boon Lay Avenue. The CCTV’s date is 14 December 2022 at around 1.35 PM.
A child could be seen walking around outside a lift lobby and after picking up the cat and making sure no one is looking he threw the cat out of the building.
A loud bang could be heard in the video.
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There have been many such cases throughout the years at Yishun, Jurong West, Ang Mo Kio, Seletar Hill Estate
From 2018 to 2021, the amount of feedback received relating to animal cruelty and welfare rose from 2,490 to 3,025 cases. However, this increase is likely due to the public’s greater awareness of animal welfare rather than increased incidence of cruelty.
Updates: The incident took place on the 22nd floor of a HDB located in Boon Lay, the boy has been caught.
Police and AVS are investigating.
Penalties:
Animal cruelty in Singapore is illegal, and offenders can face fines or imprisonment. According to the Animal and Birds Act, anyone found guilty of ill-treating, neglecting, or abandoning an animal can face a fine of up to S$15,000 and/or a jail sentence of up to 12 months. In addition, a court may also order the offender to pay restitution to the animal’s owner.
The Act also prohibits the ownership or possession of any animal that has been subjected to cruelty. Those found in violation of this law can face a fine of up to S$5,000 and/or a jail sentence of up to 6 months.