Meat Seller Arrested for Killing Pet Dog in Shahjahanpur District

In Shahjahanpur, a meat seller has been arrested for allegedly killing a pet dog with a knife. The incident occurred when the dog entered a local meat shop, leading to a violent confrontation. The police have taken swift action, seizing the dog's body for a post-mortem and apprehending the suspect under the Animal Cruelty Act. This case has sparked discussions about the treatment of animals and the need for stricter enforcement of animal rights laws.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 10, 2026, 17:53 IST

Incident of Dog Killing in Shahjahanpur

In a shocking incident in the Kalan police jurisdiction of Shahjahanpur district, law enforcement has apprehended a meat seller accused of fatally stabbing a pet dog. This information was confirmed by a police official on Saturday.

The Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural), Diksha Bhavre, reported to a news agency that Bhupendra Sharma, a local resident, filed a complaint stating that on Friday evening, a female dog wandered into a meat seller's shop in the town. There, the meat sellers, Salim and Waseem, allegedly attacked the dog with a sharp weapon.

According to the report, the female dog succumbed to its injuries at the scene, prompting the assailants to flee. The ASP mentioned that police arrived promptly, seized the dog's body, and arranged for a post-mortem examination. Subsequently, Salim, one of the accused meat sellers, was arrested under the Animal Cruelty Act.