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Police Investigate Man Accused of Kicking Kitten to Death in Bekasi
A man was filmed repeatedly kicking a kitten in Bekasi, West Java, on Wednesday, November 11.
The kitten was reported to have died, and the CCTV footage later spread on social media.
Police say the man, identified as K, is believed to have a mental health condition, but they say this still needs further examination.
He reportedly lives in Karawang and visits his sister's home in Babelan, where the incident happened.
Police have visited the scene and are looking for him, but have not yet met him.
Animal Defenders Indonesia said it would file a police report so the case can be investigated; police have also asked the man's family to clarify what happened.
Police in Bekasi are investigating a man suspected of kicking a kitten to death.
The incident took place in Gang Mercy, Kebalen, in the Babelan district of Bekasi Regency, West Java.
Police identified the man as K, 30, and said he was suspected of having a mental health condition that required further assessment.
Police visited the scene, spoke with residents and sought to meet the man, who was reportedly staying in Karawang.
Animal Defenders Indonesia said it would file a police report to support further investigation.
- Who
- A 30-year-old man identified as K is suspected of kicking the kitten. Animal Defenders Indonesia is also seeking a police investigation.
- What
- The man allegedly kicked a kitten repeatedly; the kitten was reported to have died.
- When
- Early on November 11, 2026.
- Where
- Gang Mercy, Kebalen, Babelan, Bekasi Regency, West Java, Indonesia.
- Why
- Not stated.
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A man allegedly kicked a kitten repeatedly at a home in Gang Mercy, Kebalen.
Babelan police visited the scene, spoke with residents and sought information about the man.
Animal Defenders Indonesia said it would file a police report.
- Suspect
- K, 30
- Incident location
- Gang Mercy, Kebalen, Babelan, Bekasi Regency
- Incident time
- Early on November 11, 2026
- Reported outcome
- The kitten was reported to have died
- Suspect’s reported residence
- Karawang, West Java
What people are saying
Based on the results of checks at the location and statements from witnesses around the scene, it was found that the person suspected was a man experiencing a mental health disorder, which still requires further examination.
Yes, this afternoon I am going to Babelan Police Station to file a police report. As a legal basis for taking action, I will file a police report today so police can secure and examine him according to his condition.