Dhaka, June 27 -- Legal action has been taken against those involved in the killing of a dog throwing it into a river with a brick tied around its neck in Narsingdi following Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's directive.

The incident recently went viral on social media, sparking widespread public outrage.

Deeply disturbed after watching the footage, the Prime Minister ordered immediate action against those responsible, his Deputy Press Secretary Hasan Shiplu said.

PM Tarique Rahman visits BNP central office in Nayapaltan

He said the incident took place near Nagariakandi Bridge in Narsingdi Sadar upazila.

A young man allegedly tied a brick around the dog's neck before throwing it into the river, where the animal struggled before drowning...