Animal groups demand probe into council's actions over Kopi's shooting


KLANG: Animal rescue groups want the Veterinary Services Department (DVS) as well as the Housing and Local Government Ministry to investigate if the Besut District Council (MDB) complied to laws and regulations during a dog-shooting exercise in Jerteh, Terengganu.

This follows public outcry after stray dog "Kopi" which had gained Internet fame was shot and killed in the operation.

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