Man arrested for allegedly beating kitten with broom

Police in Batu Gajah have arrested a man suspected of animal cruelty after he was filmed allegedly beating a kitten with an aluminum broom. The incident occurred in a residential area and was captured in a two-minute, 19-second video by a neighbor.

The suspect, who later surrendered to police, admitted to hitting the kitten. He claimed the animal had entered the engine compartment of his car, and he feared it could be harmed if the engine were started or the vehicle driven. He also expressed concern about potential damage to his car.

The kitten, however, was found to be alive and has been taken in by the neighbor who recorded the incident. The neighbor is arranging for veterinary treatment for the animal. Police are awaiting a veterinary report to complete their investigation.

The case is being investigated under Section 428 of the Penal Code and Section 29(1)(a) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015, which deal with animal cruelty and abuse.