Man Under Investigation After Killing Black Dog in Blood Ritual for New Car in Fujian
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Summary
Authorities in Fujian Province are investigating an incident where a man allegedly killed a black dog and used its blood to perform a ritual on his newly purchased car. The graphic video, which circulated widely online, showed the man walking around the vehicle with a dog that had its throat cut, blood dripping onto the car and ground. Netizens expressed strong outrage, condemning the act as cruel and ignorant, while local officials stated the behavior was personal and not a legitimate cultural custom.
Key Points
- The incident occurred in Chengjiao Town (城郊鎮), Ninghua County (寧化縣), Sanming City (三明市), Fujian Province, when a man retrieved his new car
- The man allegedly believed in the superstition of "killing a black dog and dripping its blood to bless the car for safe travels"
- Video footage showed the man carrying a black dog with its throat cut, walking around the vehicle while blood dripped onto the car body, wheels, and ground
- Netizens condemned the act as cruel and ignorant, with some mocking that seeking fortune through harming living beings would backfire and bring bad karma
- The Chengjiao Town Government responded on September 10, stating this was personal behavior and not an established custom, and they are investigating
Why It Matters
The incident highlights gaps in animal welfare protections on the mainland, as legal experts noted China currently lacks specific anti-animal cruelty legislation, meaning consequences for such acts depend largely on whether the animal belonged to the perpetrator . For Hong Kong readers who have long championed stronger animal protection laws, this case underscores ongoing debates about legal definitions of animal cruelty and the need for comprehensive welfare frameworks.
The incident highlights gaps in animal welfare protections on the mainland, as legal experts noted China currently lacks specific anti-animal cruelty legislation, meaning consequences for such acts depend largely on whether the animal belonged to the perpetrator . For Hong Kong readers who have long championed stronger animal protection laws, this case underscores ongoing debates about legal definitions of animal cruelty and the need for comprehensive welfare frameworks.