24-05-2025
NGO calls for probe after caged monkey sprayed with paint
A one-minute video of the incident shows a man spraying what appears to be paint onto a monkey already covered in blue.
PETALING JAYA : An animal rights group has urged the wildlife and national parks department (Perhilitan) to probe an incident in Desa Moccis, Shah Alam, where a man allegedly abused a monkey in a cage by spraying the animal with paint.
Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia (SAFM) condemned the man's cruel act, saying that it constitutes a serious offence under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010.
'We call upon Perhilitan to act swiftly and thoroughly in investigating this case. It must ensure the perpetrator is brought to justice to uphold the rule of law and send a strong message against any form of animal abuse.
'We urge all witnesses to come forward. Lodge a police report as well as report to Perhilitan so that firm legal action can be taken without compromise,' SAFM said in a statement.
A one-minute video of the incident shows a man spraying what appears to be paint onto a monkey already covered in blue.
SAFM highlighted that Section 86 of the Wildlife Conservation Act criminalises animal cruelty, imposing a fine of RM5,000 to RM50,000, or imprisonment for up to one year, or both, upon conviction.
The group said there is no place for cruelty against wildlife in this country and will continue to monitor this case closely.
