Archive · 5 Oct 2026
Three Booked After Stray Dog Allegedly Killed in Dombivli
A stray dog was allegedly hurt and killed at a housing complex in Dombivli East.
A complaint says two residents hit the dog with a bat.
It also says a watchman named Prashant later used a rope to strangle the dog.
A video said to show the incident appeared on social media.
An animal activist filed a complaint with the police.
Manpada police have registered a case against three people.
They are investigating and checking the video and other evidence.
Animal lovers have called for action and say problems involving stray dogs should be handled humanely and lawfully.
A stray dog was allegedly beaten with a bat and strangled at Suresh Complex in Dombivli East.
The complaint says two residents assaulted the dog and society watchman Prashant later strangled it with a rope.
A video said to show the incident surfaced on social media and prompted concern among residents and animal welfare activists.
Manpada police registered a case against watchman Prashant and residents Omkar and Prakash under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
Police are examining the video and other evidence, and say further action will depend on their investigation.
- Who
- The accused are society watchman Prashant and residents Omkar and Prakash; the complaint was filed by animal activist Hira Singh Rajput.
- What
- Three people were booked after a stray dog was allegedly beaten and strangled to death.
- When
- The report is dated October 5, 2026; it does not specify when the alleged incident occurred.
- Where
- Suresh Complex in the Sagarli area of Dombivli East.
- Why
- The alleged motive is not stated. The case followed a complaint and the circulation of video footage said to show the incident.
- Location
- Suresh Complex, Sagarli, Dombivli East
- Reported date
- October 5, 2026
- Animal involved
- A stray dog
- Accused named
- Watchman Prashant and residents Omkar and Prakash
- Complainant
- Animal activist Hira Singh Rajput
- Police station
- Manpada police
- Law cited
- Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act
- Investigation
- Police are examining video footage and other available evidence.