In a shocking incident that has sparked outrage among animal rights activists and local residents, the carcasses of 29 dogs were discovered dumped in an open area on the outskirts of Rohtak city today. The discovery has prompted the district administration and the police to order an immediate high-level investigation to determine the cause of death and identify those responsible for the mass culling or dumping.
The Grisly Discovery The incident came to light when local residents near [Omitted – Not verified, likely a bypass or vacant plot area] noticed a foul smell and spotted the bodies of the dogs piled together.
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Initial Observation: Preliminary reports suggest that the dogs were of different ages and appeared to have died around the same time. There were no immediate visible signs of external injuries like gunshot wounds, leading to suspicions of mass poisoning.
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Disposal: The manner in which the carcasses were dumped—piled in a single location—indicates a deliberate and organized act rather than natural deaths.
Official Action & Probe Following the discovery, a team from the Animal Husbandry Department and the local police reached the spot.
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Post-Mortem: The bodies have been sent for a post-mortem examination to a veterinary hospital to confirm whether the animals were poisoned or died due to a viral outbreak. Viscera samples will be sent to the forensic lab for further analysis.
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CCTV Surveillance: Police are scanning footage from nearby cameras to identify any suspicious vehicle movements, particularly during the late-night hours, that might have been used to transport the carcasses.
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FIR Registered: A case has been registered against unknown persons under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Public and Activist Reaction Animal welfare organizations have condemned the incident, calling it a “massacre.” Activists are demanding strict action against the perpetrators, suggesting that this could be the work of a local gang or an unauthorized “cleanup” drive gone wrong. The Rohtak Deputy Commissioner has assured the public that the investigation will be transparent and the culprits will face severe legal consequences.
