In January 2026, a man in Mirzapur was booked after he allegedly threw six puppies into a well, killing them; the complainant said CCTV revealed the act.

What happened

Times of India identified the accused as Sarvesh Singh alias Kattan.

Complainant Bhagwat Singh said he discovered the act after checking CCTV footage.

Police reportedly booked the accused under BNS Section 325 and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.

Why it is archived

Puppies cannot rescue themselves from a well; the alleged act was lethal and exceptionally cruel.

Image and source note

Times of India report image saved as same-case public reporting material.

Timeline

• 2026-01-25: Six puppies allegedly thrown into a well.
• 2026-02-06: Times of India reported police case.

Public source

• https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/varanasi/mirzapur-man-booked-for-killing-six-puppies/articleshow/127949168.cms