Target: ACP Christopher Patit, Melaka Tengah District Police Chief, Melaka, Malaysia
Goal: Identify and charge the perpetrator(s) responsible for a dog being partially skinned alive, and pursue the maximum penalties allowed by law.
A dog was discovered in an industrial area with skin torn from portions of its body, severe wounds along its back and neck, and signs of profound suffering. The animal’s injuries and subsequent infection were so catastrophic that a veterinarian advised humane euthanasia to end its pain. Photographs and video shared by rescue groups depict extensive tissue loss and trauma.
Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation under Malaysia’s Animal Welfare Act, which enables significant fines and possible imprisonment upon conviction. Community members familiar with the area say the dog had been seen by feeders, underscoring concerns that this was not an accident but an act of cruelty. Whether the abuse occurred on-site or the dog was dumped there remains to be determined, but the suffering captured in images has shocked residents.
Swift accountability in this case is essential to deter future offenses and to affirm that tormenting an animal will be met with meaningful consequences. The responsible party or parties should face charges that reflect the gravity of the violence described. Sign below to demand a comprehensive investigation, expedited forensic review, proactive public appeals for tips, and—upon identification of a suspect—vigorous prosecution seeking the highest fines and jail time permitted by law.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear ACP Patit,
We are deeply disturbed by the dog found with portions of its skin torn away and grave wounds on its back and neck. The animal was in visible distress before a veterinarian determined euthanasia was the only humane option. The images and accounts shared by rescuers portray a level of cruelty that demands an unflinching response.
We respectfully urge your office to prioritize this investigation, coordinate closely with veterinary authorities, and issue robust public appeals to secure eyewitness accounts, digital evidence, and any leads. If a suspect is identified, we ask that charges be pursued to the fullest extent of the Animal Welfare Act, reflecting the severity of the suffering inflicted.
We also encourage the pursuit of court-ordered measures that may be available under the law—such as prohibitions on animal ownership—so that those responsible cannot place other animals at risk. A decisive response in this case will send an unmistakable message that deliberate cruelty to animals will not be tolerated.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo Credit: JJ Harrison
