KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 5 -- Police have submitted the investigation paper on the death of Rocky the dog to the deputy public prosecutor's office.

South Klang police chief Asst Comm Lim Jit Huey said the paper was handed over yesterday, The Star reported.

"The investigation paper on Rocky was referred to the DPP yesterday. We are awaiting further instructions," he said when contacted.

The case stems from a July 29 incident in Taman Teluk Gedung Indah, Port Klang, where Rocky was allegedly beaten and strangled during a dog-catching operation.

Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia claimed in a statement that "the owner pleaded for Rocky to be released but was ignored," adding that two Klang City Council officers were present.

Rocky's owner, Rog...