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– A 67-year-old man in Abucay, Bataan was arrested for allegedly using his pet dog as a firing target

– Police recovered an undocumented firearm and ammunition from the suspect’s possession

– The suspect did not issue a statement and is facing multiple complaints, including possible animal cruelty charges

– Authorities are still investigating the incident and have yet to determine the condition or fate of the dog

Authorities arrested a 67-year-old man in Abucay, Bataan after allegedly using his pet dog as a firing target, sparking outrage from animal welfare advocates.

According to a report fromGMA Regional TV on GTV Balitanghali this Friday, the police received a tip that the suspect had been repeatedly shooting at his dog.

Responding to the complaint, officers went to the suspect’s residence where they reportedly found a firearm and several rounds of ammunition without proper documentation.

The suspect did not issue any statement following his arrest. He now faces multiple charges, including violations of firearm regulations and potentially animal cruelty laws, depending on the outcome of the ongoing investigation.

Authorities are still determining what exactly happened to the dog, which was the alleged target in the shooting.

Details about the animal’s condition and whereabouts remain unclear as of this writing.

This incident has drawn attention to the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for stricter enforcement of animal protection laws in the Philippines.

Cases of animal abuse are considered serious offenses under Republic Act No. 10631, or the Animal Welfare Act.

Local officials urged the public to immediately report any similar acts of cruelty to ensure swift action by authorities.

The case is still under investigation as police work to gather more evidence and clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

In other news, a 67-year-old tricycle driver was shot dead by two unidentified suspects while transporting a passenger in Umingan, Pangasinan. The shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday in Barangay Lubong; the suspects fled on a motorcycle. The victim sustained three gunshot wounds to the chest and was declared dead on arrival at the hospital, while the passenger was unharmed. Police are still investigating, with motives such as a land dispute or revenge being considered.

Still in other news, a police officer was tragically killed in an ambush in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, early Tuesday morning. Police Executive Master Sergeant Geoffrey Angub succumbed to gunshot wounds. A quick and extensive hot pursuit operation led to the apprehension of the two suspects, a father and son, who were found hiding in Polomolok, South Cotabato. Isulan Police Chief Police Lieutenant Colonel Julius Malcontento stated that initial investigations and witness testimonies point to a personal grudge as the motive behind the killing.