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Two men charged in Malaysia for dragging dog behind motorcycle

Two individuals in Penang, Malaysia, have pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty charges. The men, aged 62, are accused of dragging a dog behind a motorcycle, causing it unnecessary pain and suffering. The incident allegedly occurred on September 23rd along a back lane in Jelutong. AI

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Two men charged in Malaysia for dragging dog behind motorcycle

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Dansk(DA) · The Star ·

    2 men charged in Malaysia after dog seen being dragged behind motorbike

    Two friends claimed trial to a charge of animal cruelty at the Sessions Court in the Malaysian state of Penang for allegedly dragging a dog tied to a motorcycle last month. Lee Beng Hooi and Yeoh Keat Chye, both 62, pleaded not guilty to the charge read before judge Irwan Suainbo…