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The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
RM50,000 reward offered for information on Penang Hill animal killings
GEORGE TOWN: A RM50,000 reward is available for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the recent animal killings on Penang Hill. The International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) has increased the reward to encourage justice. "IAPWA Penang, with the support of reliable and compassionate individuals who stand firmly against cruelty, has increased the reward to RM50,000. "The reward is for those with direct and verifiable information leading to the arrest and prosecution of anyone involved in poisoning, killing, maiming, or inflicting cruelty on stray cats, stray dogs, or wildlife on Penang Island, within the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) administrative area. "This reward is offered to show that many in our society do not tolerate acts of cruelty towards animals. It applies to real evidence only, not reposted or viral content, and there is no deadline," it said in a statement on Saturday (July 12) It added that the reward is available to those with information on any case of animal abuse occurring recently or in the past on Penang Hill. To report, contact the MBPP hotline at 04-263 7000 or 04-263 7637, or WhatsApp 016-200 4082. For further enquiries, contact IAPWA in Penang at penang@ or 010-388 3487. On July 6, several animals, including dogs and cats, were found dead—believed to be poisoned—on Penang Hill. Among them were seven dogs, two cats, and five birds found at various locations on the hill.
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Malay Mail
RM50,000 up for grabs: Penang group seeks tip-offs on animal cruelty cases
GEORGE TOWN, July 12 — The Penang chapter of animal rights group International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) is offering a RM50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those involved in recent abuse cases targeting strays and wildlife on the island. The group said the reward applies specifically to verified tip-offs involving incidents of poisoning, killing, maiming or any form of cruelty involving stray cats, dogs or wild animals within the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) jurisdiction. This follows recent disturbing reports of animals, particularly strays, being harmed on Penang Hill, prompting outrage from animal lovers and activists. 'This reward is offered to show that many in our society do not tolerate acts of cruelty towards animals,' IAPWA Penang said in a statement posted to Facebook yesterday. The organisation said it is acting with the backing of 'reliable and compassionate individuals who stand firmly against cruelty', adding that the RM50,000 sum marks an increase from an earlier amount. According to the Penang Hill Corporation, the animals were believed to have been poisoned.— Picture via Facebook/Penang Hill The group stressed that only direct and verifiable information will qualify for the reward, adding that social media reposts or unsubstantiated claims will not be accepted. 'Whether the abuse occurred recently including cases at Penang Hill or in the past, we want to hear from you,' IAPWA Penang said. 'Your information could save lives,' the group added. 'Help us bring justice to the voiceless.' Reports will be handled confidentially and there is no deadline for submission. To report any animal abuse, members of the public can call the MBPP hotline at 04-263 7000 / 04-263 7637 or WhatsApp 016-200 4082. Alternatively, tip-offs may also be sent to IAPWA Penang via email at [email protected] or WhatsApp at 010-388 3487. Recommended read: Dead dogs, cats and birds found on Penang Hill as PHC lodges police report
