Over 1,700 animal abuse cases investigated since 2020, says deputy minister


KUALA LUMPUR: The authorities have investigated 1,766 cases of animal abuse and neglect since 2020, with 52 resulting in convictions, Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup told Parliament on Monday (July 28).

The Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister said the Veterinary Services Department had implemented a 10-year national strategy to address rising concerns over animal cruelty.

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