The incident has sparked outrage and concern amongst individuals.

In a horrifying incident, a gaggle of armed males stormed a secured space in Qatar and killed 29 canine and injured others over claims the animals had bitten somebody’s baby. 

Taking to social media, Doha-based rescue charity PAWS Rescue Qatar knowledgeable that the attackers confirmed up at a safe manufacturing unit space and threatened safety guards with weapons earlier than forcing their manner into the power – an space the place stray canine may be fed, neutered and appeared for by the group. The males shot 29 canine, together with puppies, and left a number of others injured. 

The males claimed that they attacked the power and shot the animals as a result of one of many canine had bitten their sons. 

PAWS Rescue stated, “Security team were rightfully scared as two of the men were holding guns. The security team tried to stop the men from shooting a group of beautiful friendly neutered dogs, but they realised that they were also putting themselves in danger also.”

It additionally added that one pet is preventing for his left on the vet. “These dogs posed NO harm to anyone, they were well looked after, very friendly and well-loved,” the Facebook submit added. 

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According to Doha News, the incident has sparked outrage and concern amongst individuals. Animal rights sustainability model Roni Helou denounced the killing as a “barbaric act and threat to Qatari society”. It additionally urged the federal government to analyze the heart-wrenching incident and maintain the killers accountable. 

Others additionally expressed deep concern concerning the gun legal guidelines in Qatar and questioned why civilians have the appropriate to personal weapons within the first place. One web person wrote, “Very disappointed Qatar! The Gulf region must start to evolve on such matters – this is inexcusable! Poor babies.” “What a barbaric act! Not to mention the fact that people are having guns at home and using them. Qatar is a safe country?” commented one other. 

As per the Independent, to personal a gun in Qatar one has to acquire a license from the inside ministry. One additionally needs to be over the age of 21 and in addition not have a felony document. Penalties for possessing unlicensed firearms, however, embrace fines and/or a jail sentence starting from one 12 months to seven years, relying on the form of firearm.