Universiti Malaya Cat Rescue Efforts
Following reports of gruesome feline deaths in Universiti Malaya, several individuals have taken the initiative to rescue 22 cats in the university premises to avoid further deaths on campus.
Rescue Mission
In a TikTok video by @shopbyhz, it is shown that they have gathered together in an independent rescue mission to search for stray cats around the vicinity to transport them to a safe place.
Search and Rescue
In the video, the rescuers were seen searching several areas on campus for any stray cats.
Medical Treatment
All the cats will be sent to get vaccinated, dewormed and receive other necessary medical checkups following the rescue, according to Haniz.
Objectors
Unfortunately, not all cats were rescued from the university as Haniz claimed that there were faculties who “objected” to the group’s mission.
Response
Replying to a comment, Haniz also confirmed that the stray cats will be returned once the area is safe and will sterilise all the cats taken.
Background
On December 12 and 16, two cats were found brutally killed in University Malaya’s Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE), prompting outrage.
Investigation
The incidents were confirmed by the University of Malaya Student Union (KMUM) FBE, who revealed the two cats were found at the first floor of Building H11 and the field near the Azman Hashim Building.
Animal Activist Response
Animal activist @shimaaris posted on her Instagram demanding the authorities take action against the animal cruelty act.
Department of Veterinary Services
The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) have received two complaints regarding the killings on December 17 and December 20.
Investigation Updates
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The first complaint, received on December 17, involved an incident at the Faculty of Business and Economics however the investigation team was informed by UM that the incident took place on December 12 and the cat’s corpse has been buried already.
The second complaint, received on December 20, involved the deaths of four cats in different locations in UM.
On December 20, Brickfields OCPD Asst Comm Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood said the injuries found on the cats were believed to be consistent with wild animals, according to the university’s security department, as informed by DVS, The Star reported.
Call for Action
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On Saturday (Dec 21), Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail has called for immediate action by the authorities on the gruesome deaths of the cats in UM.
Wan Azizah, who is also the wife of the Prime Minister, strongly condemned the animal cruelty committed, asserting an investigation was necessary to make sure similar incidents opposing human values and are in violation of the law are not repeated.
Conclusion
The Universiti Malaya cat rescue efforts are a commendable initiative to save the lives of stray cats in the university premises. The gruesome deaths of the cats have sparked outrage and calls for action from animal activists and authorities. It is essential that the authorities take immediate action to investigate and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
FAQs
Q: How many cats were rescued from the university?
A: 22 cats were rescued from the university.
Q: What will happen to the rescued cats?
A: The rescued cats will be sent to get vaccinated, dewormed and receive other necessary medical checkups.
Q: Who objected to the rescue mission?
A: Some faculties objected to the rescue mission.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, with two complaints received by the Department of Veterinary Services.