Mumbai Crime News: Man Booked For Killing Pet Cat By Throwing It From Fifth Floor In Borivali

According to the complaint, the Mhatre family, residents of Krishna Classic building in Borivali West, owned a cat named Chocolate.

Poonam Apraj Updated: Thursday, August 14, 2025, 05:21 AM IST
Mumbai Crime News: Man Booked For Killing Pet Cat By Throwing It From Fifth Floor In Borivali | File Photo

Mumbai Crime News: Man Booked For Killing Pet Cat By Throwing It From Fifth Floor In Borivali | File Photo

Mumbai: In a shocking incident in Borivali, a 79-year-old man has been booked for killing a pet cat by throwing it from the fifth floor of a residential building. The incident was captured on CCTV, prompting swift police action.

Details of the Case

According to the complaint, the Mhatre family, residents of Krishna Classic building in Borivali West, owned a cat named Chocolate.

Alleged Assault and Murder

CCTV footage showed fellow resident Vilas Pathare first beating the cat with a stick before pushing it off the fifth-floor balcony.

Police Action and Investigation

Based on the evidence, Borivali Police registered a case against Pathare and have initiated further investigation into the matter.

Published on: Thursday, August 14, 2025, 05:21 AM IST

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