Judge Ruchi Bhagat sentenced one Kailash Singh under Section 429 (mischief by killing or maiming cattle, etc., of any value or any animal) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and under Sections 11(1)(a) and 11(1)(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (PCA Act).
The Court imposed ₹30,000 fine on Singh in default of which he would have to undergo simple imprisonment for one month.
“The fact that the accused had kicked the dog is not denied by the defence. Thus the prosecution had proved that the accused had kicked the dog with a knowledge that it may amount to his death. Thus, the prosecution had laid a strong foundation for bringing home the guilt of the accused. Hence, the prosecution has proved the alleged offences beyond any reasonable doubt,” the Court said in its judgment passed on June 26.
Source: Barandbench
