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Barpeta, Feb 11: The brutal killing of a bull in Sarbhog, Barpeta has stirred up widespread condemnation and outrage among the local community.
The bull met its tragic end after being struck by a tractor, leading to its demise.
Eyewitnesses recounted the horrifying incident, where the bull was fatally injured upon collision with the moving tractor. Despite efforts to save the injured animal, it succumbed to its injuries shortly after.
In the days leading up to the incident, concerns had been raised about the erratic behaviour of the bull, which had been roaming the streets of Sarbhog and reportedly posing a threat to residents.
Calls were made to the local authorities and municipal officials to intervene and safely capture the bull for appropriate care and treatment. However, no action was taken, leaving the bull vulnerable to such a tragic fate.
The barbarity of the bull's killing has sparked widespread condemnation, with many expressing shock and disbelief at the inhumane treatment of a living being.
In response to the outcry, organisations such as the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh have filed a formal complaint with the Sarbhog police station, demanding justice and legal action against those responsible for the heinous act.
Meanwhile, in response to the distressing footage circulating on social media depicting the tragic incident of an ox being run over by a tractor in Puthimari Pather, the authorities have taken swift action. The Sorbhog Police Station registered a suo-moto case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, upon viewing the alarming video evidence.
As part of the ongoing investigation, five individuals, including the driver of the tractor involved in the incident, have been apprehended by law enforcement authorities. The five people have been identified as Samidul Mondol (20 yrs) - Driver of the Tractor, Shahid Ali (61yrs), Kader Ali (35yrs), Abdul Khaleque (40yrs) and Sudhan Das (22yrs)
Additionally, the tractor bearing registration number AS 15 AC 4981, implicated in the cruel act, has been seized as evidence.
