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Rocky’s death: I had no intention to harm any animal – says man at the centre of storm

Malaysia Times desk Original: The Vibes 8/13 16:31 X
Rocky’s death: I had no intention to harm any animal – says man at the centre of storm
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Muhammad Shah Hizam, better known as Shah, said he had no reason to hurt the dog, Rocky, and did not condone cruelty towards animals.

From the original report

A 24-YEAR-old man at the centre of a storm over the death of a dog in Klang has denied killing the animal, saying he was at the scene as part of an operation to catch stray dogs.

"I do not support cruelty towards animals, let alone have any intention of hurting or killing one," he said, adding that he was now under pressure after being subjected to public criticism and death threats.

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The Vibes
Originally published
Aug 13, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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