The video showed an unknown person setting a kitten on fire using a lighter.
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Humane Society International/India has announced a reward of Rs 50,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person who burnt a kitten alive death.
The shocking video was shared with Humane Society International/India on Twitter. The video showed an unknown person setting a kitten on fire using a lighter.
“It seems like an accelerant was used as the kitten is seen immediately catching on fire which continues to flame without abating,’’ said Alokparna Sengupta, managing director of HSI/India.
“No person who can get away with doing this will stop just at this. How many animals, or humans, have suffered this fate at the hands of this person before- or will after, is unknown. Unless we act immediately. We have reported this instance to appropriate authorities and we hope that investigation will begin immediately.’’ added Alokparna
HSI requested people to share any lead or information that can help the animal right-wing and the police to identify the accused person.
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