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Four men booked after animal cruelty video goes viral in Jhansi

Police in Jhansi have registered a case against four men following the circulation of a 47-second video on social media depicting animal cruelty. The incident allegedly occurred in the butcher's market area near Orchha Gate.

LSN India · 2 November 2026

Four men booked after animal cruelty video goes viral in Jhansi

Authorities in Jhansi have initiated legal proceedings against four individuals identified as Junaid, Jishan, Ashik, and Shafiq after a disturbing video surfaced online showing an animal being bound and set on fire. The clip, approximately 47 seconds in length, was shared widely across social media platforms, drawing public attention to the incident.

The video is believed to have been recorded in the butcher's market locality near Orchha Gate in Jhansi. According to City Superintendent of Police Priya Singh, a formal complaint was lodged at the City Kotwali police station following the emergence of the footage.

The case marks a growing concern over animal welfare violations in the region. Police have registered charges against the four accused individuals, with investigations ongoing. Authorities have appealed to citizens to report any instances of animal cruelty to ensure swift action against perpetrators.