A retired Army employee has been accused of killing his neighbour’s pet dog with an air gun in Khammam, Telangana. The incident reportedly happened after a long-running dispute between the two families.
According to the complaint, the two households had been involved in disagreements over property and personal matters for several years. Tensions between the families had reportedly continued to grow before the incident.
Dog Allegedly Shot During Family Dispute
The retired employee allegedly used an air gun to fire several shots at the neighbour’s dog. The animal suffered serious injuries and later died.
Local residents reportedly said that the two families had argued several times in the past. They also said that loud arguments were heard between the households before the incident.
The incident has caused concern in the neighbourhood because the dispute between the families has been continuing for a long time.
Complaint Filed With Authorities
Following the death of the dog, the owner approached the local authorities and filed a complaint against the retired Army employee.
The complaint reportedly alleges cruelty towards an animal and wrongful damage to property. Authorities have started looking into the allegations and are collecting information about what happened.
The investigation will determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident and whether further action is required.
Tension Continues in the Area
The incident has increased tension between the two families. According to local residents, neither side has shown interest in discussing the matter or resolving their differences.
Neighbours are concerned that the long-running dispute could lead to further problems if it is not settled peacefully.
Residents have urged both families to avoid further arguments and seek a peaceful solution. They have also called on the authorities to take appropriate action based on the findings of the investigation.
The case remains under investigation, while the local community is hoping that the dispute does not escalate further.