Bengaluru, Oct. 12 -- A search is underway in Bengaluru Rural after a mini goods vehicle driver allegedly ran over a pregnant stray dog in the Attibele area, sparking outrage among local animal lovers. The incident took place on the morning of September 21 in Indlabele village, near the residence of the complainant, Shweta Singh.

According to Singh, a long-time animal welfare advocate, the dog was lying asleep in the middle of the village's main road when the vehicle approached. Despite clearly seeing the animal, the driver reportedly made no attempt to slow down or steer away, and instead drove straight over it, a report by The Times of India said. The dog, which was pregnant, died on the spot.

Singh said she regularly cares for and fe...