Poultry Protection Protocol! Why This Chicken From Punjab Has Received 'Security Cover' From Police
A disturbing case of animal cruelty has surfaced in Bathinda, Punjab, wherein law enforcement officers intervened to rescue a chicken from a rooster fight organised in the village.? ?
In response to this disturbing incident, the injured chicken has been placed under police protection and admitted to a hospital for treatment, NDTV reported.
200 people organised cockfights
Nirmal Singh, a police official, shed light on the distressing event that unfolded in Balluana village. He revealed that around 200 people were involved in the organised fight among chickens.?
Upon receiving information, the police quickly arrived at the scene. Although the participants managed to evade capture, two chickens and one person were apprehended.
A case has been registered against three individuals under the Animal Cruelty Act, and further investigation revealed the organisers' troubling treatment of the animals. The injured bird is now receiving security cover and necessary medical and nutritional assistance.
11 competition trophies found
Singh revealed the seriousness of the situation, stating that 11 trophies related to the competition had been found. This highlights the fact that the event was well-organised. One of the suspects, Rajvinder, was arrested but later released on bail. The rest of the suspects are still at large.
According to the law, the rooster is considered as evidence against the accused in this case. The recovery of trophies also suggests the organisation of a competitive event. Singh has confirmed that they intend to present the rooster in court as per legal instructions.
Punjab Police to care for chicken
The Punjab police have custody of a chicken, which they must bring to court appearances and care for as they would any other prisoner.
In order to prevent a bird from experiencing loneliness, the police have assigned a caretaker to take upkeep of it.?
Despite the formal nature of the situation, the police remain steadfast in their commitment to ensuring the chicken's safety and well-being, an imperative underscored by personal visits to monitor its welfare.?
The police's dedication to upholding justice and humane treatment of animals after the regrettable incident is emphasised by the elaborate measures undertaken.
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