Kyrgyz police investigate video of horse being beaten

Police in Kyrgyzstan's Issyk-Kul region are investigating a video that has surfaced on social media, depicting a man severely mistreating a horse. The footage shows the man striking the animal on the head. The regional police department confirmed they are examining the incident to establish the full circumstances and identify all individuals involved.

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The Issyk-Kul region police department is conducting a check after a video was circulated on social media showing a man captured during cruel treatment of a horse.

The investigation gained momentum after Alya Shagieva, daughter of former President Almazbek Atambayev, publicly urged the Ministry of Internal Affairs to hold those responsible accountable. Shagieva announced her intention to file a collective complaint and invited concerned citizens to join her by submitting their full names. She emphasized that law enforcement should go beyond a mere warning and take legal measures if an offense or crime is established.

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We are working to establish the circumstances of the incident and identify the individuals involved.

Social media users widely shared the disturbing video, expressing outrage and demanding justice for the animal. The incident has sparked a significant public reaction, with many calling for strict penalties against the perpetrator to deter future acts of animal cruelty.

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I urge the Ministry of Internal Affairs to bring the perpetrators to justice. I am preparing a collective statement and ask concerned citizens to send me their full names to join the appeal.