Target: Idashisha Nongrang, Director General of Police, Meghalaya Police, Shillong, India
Goal: Ensure that any individual ultimately found responsible for poisoning community animals and causing mass animal deaths faces appropriate legal consequences.
Authorities initiated an inquiry after residents and animal welfare volunteers reported a mass animal death event in a residential area. Community members discovered the bodies of multiple dogs, birds and cats across the neighborhood and raised concerns that the deaths may have resulted from intentional poisoning.
Volunteers recovered deceased animals and located one surviving animal, which was transferred for veterinary evaluation and treatment. Residents submitted a formal police complaint and authorities continue awaiting laboratory and post-mortem findings to determine the cause of death and whether criminal charges are appropriate.
Community animals remain entitled to protection from cruelty and unlawful harm. Meaningful accountability and stronger enforcement measures should follow to discourage future alleged poisoning incidents.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear DGP Nongrang,
Authorities are investigating a mass animal death incident that may have resulted from deliberate poisoning. Numerous community animals were found deceased while one surviving animal required veterinary examination.
Investigators continue gathering forensic evidence and reviewing laboratory findings to determine the cause of death and whether any individual may bear responsibility. Community members and animal welfare advocates continue cooperating with authorities during the investigation.
We respectfully urge your office to ensure a thorough investigation and, if supported by admissible evidence and legal findings, pursue strong lawful action against any individual ultimately found responsible. Please also support continued efforts to strengthen protections for community animals and prevent future poisoning events.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Dr.SHREYA DAS
