In a statement today, DVS said they were investigating the case under the Animal Welfare Act 2015 (Act 772).

The investigation paper will be referred to the Selangor state deputy prosecutor’s office to obtain further instructions.

DVS said the kitten was in good condition under the supervision of Selangor DVS veterinary officers.

A video footage from CCTV of the incident went viral. It showed three men loitering at the flat’s motorcycle parking lot before two of them splashed fuel on a kitten believed to be six weeks old.

DVS also confirmed receiving a report from the Hulu Langat police headquarters two days after the incident.

Police have classified the case as a criminal act under Section 428 of the Penal Code for mischief by killing or maiming an animal.