Hong Kong police arrest man for allegedly shooting birds with airgun
Officers detain 62-year-old on suspicion of animal cruelty and possession of imitation firearm; video shows a man shooting from flat window
The force said on Monday it made the arrest the day before after receiving a report of a man shooting birds from his flat on Fuk Lo Tsun Road.
Officers arrested him on suspicion of animal cruelty and possession of an imitation firearm. He was detained for further investigation.
A video posted online shows a man peeking through the curtains of a window of a flat and holding what appears to be an airgun. The muzzle can be seen pointing outside the window and two shots are heard.
The man retreats into his flat after noticing the person filming. Several pellets were also found at the scene, according to the witness who shot the video.
An offender convicted of animal cruelty can face a fine of up to HK$200,000 (US$25,710) and three years’ imprisonment under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ordinance.
