Thane couple throws acid on dog, the innocent animal loses limbs, ears

According to a media report, the couple was troubled by the dog's presence and allegedly throws acid on it and the dog lost its front legs and ears due to the brutality of a couple.

The accused identified as Qayum Khan and his wife Afreen.

Meet Ashar, an activist of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals(PETA) India said, He immediately contacted a senior official of Thane Police when he learned about the incident.

The police then booked the accused couple under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960 and, Maharashtra Police Act, 1951.

The dog was then treated by the animal NGO of Nashik and the canine was also adopted by the NGO founder Sharanya Shetty.

Ashar said ."PETA India commends the efforts of the Thane (rural) police and thanks to them for their clear message that cruelty of animals will not be tolerated." He also added that, the cases of animal cruelty should be brought to the attention of the police to reduce them and ensure justice served.