Man held for killing pet catBrig. Gen. Randy Glenn Silvio, QCPD director, said the man, identified only as Virgilio, was seen on closed-circuit TV camera striking the animal on the head with a piece of lumber, causing its immediate death. MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Police District arrested a 53-year-old man for killing a pet cat in Quezon City on March 16, the QCPD said yesterday. Silvio said the cat owner sought assistance from the QCPD Holy Spirit Station, after discovering the lifeless feline near their residence. Senate President Vicente Sotto III, in reaction to Villar’s speech, urged the public to be responsible pet owners, citing his own experiences in dog bites.

Source: Philippine Star March 20, 2026 19:02 UTC