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Pawtopia owner, employee arrested over dog's death in Negombo
Police have arrested the owner and an employee of Pawtopia, a pet boarding facility in Negombo, following the death of a dog that died after sustaining severe injuries at the centre. The arrest comes after the owner failed to appear for a scheduled police inquiry.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The Katana Police took the owner and staff member into custody in connection with the death of Tango, a dog that was fatally injured while in the care of Pawtopia pet boarding centre. The owner had been summoned for questioning on 25 January but reportedly did not attend the scheduled police inquiry.
Investigations into the incident revealed that Tango sustained severe injuries consistent with physical assault while at the facility. The circumstances surrounding the dog's death prompted authorities to launch a formal investigation and issue a summons to the establishment's owner.
The arrest marks an escalation in police action following the initial inquiry. Both the owner and employee are expected to be questioned regarding their involvement in the incident. The case has drawn attention to safety and welfare standards at pet boarding facilities operating in the Negombo area.
The Katana Police continue to investigate the matter. Further details regarding the charges and legal proceedings are expected to emerge as the case progresses.