Dhule, Oct. 18 -- A shocking case of animal cruelty has been reported in the Wadibhokar area of Dhule district of Maharashtra, where 16 dogs allegedly died after consuming poisoned food, triggering outrage among animal lovers and local residents.

Based on a complaint filed by Rishika Uttam Patil, West Devpur Police have registered a case against unidentified persons.

Police have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage from the area. Suspicious movements of two unidentified individuals have reportedly been captured on camera.

The incident came to light on Friday night when Zhinga, a pet dog belonging to Rishika Patil, suddenly began drooling and showed signs of severe distress in the Sushant Colony area along Wadibhokar R...