As many as twelve horses were rescued after they were allegedly used for illegal horse-cart racing in Mumbai and shifted to a sanctuary by PETA, an official statement said on Wednesday. Pics/Rajesh Gupta
Updated on : 11 December,2024 09:51 PM IST | Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
A Vikhroli court in Mumbai granted a Maharashtra-based sanctuary interim custody of twelve horses. Pics/Rajesh Gupta
The race was reportedly conducted on 3 December between 3 and 4 am. It commenced in Ghatkopar East and proceeded towards Vikhroli, the investigations had later revealed
The video reportedly showed 6-8 horse carts, accompanied by dozens of bikers following and recording the race while supporting the activity. The horse carts were seen speeding on the highway
The statement said that following PETA India’s complaint, the Pant Nagar Police Station took suo moto and registered a first information report
