A disturbing animal abuse case near Jerusalem has sparked outrage among residents of Mevaseret Zion. Footage shows a 50-year-old man striking his family’s dog with a stick in a violent outburst that shocked both the household and neighbors. Jerusalem District Police quickly responded, detaining the suspect for questioning
Suspect detained – dog sent for veterinary care
Officers from the Har’el station in the Jerusalem District received an urgent report of a man attacking his dog. Upon arrival, they reviewed video evidence documenting the abuse. The suspect, aged 50, was taken in for questioning on suspicion of animal cruelty
The dog was placed under the care of the family and examined by a veterinarian following the incident. Police stressed that “The Israel Police views any harm to animals with utmost severity and acts swiftly and decisively – just as in cases involving harm to humans – to investigate and bring offenders to justice
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