Cat Killed by Stray Dogs in UM Car Park, Latest in Series of Feline Deaths on Campus
Recent Incidents of Cat Deaths on University of Malaya (UM) Campus
A recent video circulating on TikTok shows a pack of dogs attacking a cat at the Universiti Malaya (UM) car park, which has led to the latest in a series of feline deaths on campus. The incident has sparked concerns among students and authorities, with many questioning the safety of the campus environment.
Investigation Launched into Cat Deaths
Brickfields police chief Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood confirmed that a group of university students spotted the dogs biting the cat at around 1:30 am. After chasing the dogs away, they found that the cat had been killed. "They then buried the carcass and lodged a police report," he said, adding that police would not be investigating the matter.
Series of Cat Deaths on Campus
The university has been plagued by the deaths of several cats on campus, which has led to police launching an investigation on December 24. Two dead cats were found at the Faculty of Business and Economics on December 12 and December 16, leading to a report being lodged by the student union on December 17. Another report, filed on December 20, involved the deaths of four cats at different locations on the campus.
Cause of Death Still Unclear
Police had previously said it was likely the dead cats had been attacked by stray dogs. However, an independent animal rescuer challenged this claim, stating that a post-mortem carried out by a private clinic on one of the carcasses found lesions that were highly likely to be caused by sharp objects.
Fresh Probe Launched
Yesterday, Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Azry Akmar Ayob confirmed that the carcasses of four cats found in UM revealed no signs of human abuse but bore wild animal bites, prompting a fresh probe. He also said the cause of death was confirmed by the veterinary services department following several post-mortems.
Conclusion
The recent string of cat deaths on the University of Malaya campus has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of the feline population. While the cause of death is still unclear, it is evident that the situation requires immediate attention and action. As the investigation continues, authorities and students alike are left wondering what measures can be taken to prevent such incidents in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to the cat that was attacked by stray dogs in the UM car park?
A: The cat was killed by a pack of stray dogs at around 1:30 am, and its carcass was buried by university students who lodged a police report.
Q: How many cat deaths have been reported on the UM campus?
A: Four dead cats were found at different locations on the campus, with the most recent incident being the cat killed by stray dogs in the car park.
Q: What is the cause of death of the cat?
A: The cause of death is still unclear, with police initially attributing it to stray dogs, but an independent animal rescuer challenging this claim, stating that the post-mortem examination found lesions that were highly likely to be caused by sharp objects.