West Hollywood, CA: In a deeply disturbing case, police have arrested 27-year-old Anmol Bhatia after video footage showed him breaking into his former roommate’s apartment on Harper Avenue and brutally killing a dog inside. The break-in took place on September 4th. Bhatia, who had been asked to leave the residence just days earlier, reportedly entered without permission and attacked the pet. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies confirmed the crime when they arrived and arrested him on charges of burglary, vandalism, and felony animal cruelty. Officials said the pet’s owners were devastated by the loss. Animal welfare groups and residents have condemned the act, calling for strict punishment and stronger safeguards for pets in rental housing.Innocent pet dog pays the price for human rage in California.
