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Case ID: 6390

Classification: Burning - Fire or Fireworks, Mutilation/Torture

Animal: rodent/small mammal (pet)

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Hamster taped to a firework, lit and exploded
Possilpark, SC (UK)

Incident Date: Monday, Oct 31, 2005

Disposition: Open
Case Images: 1 files available

Person of Interest: Youths

Officers believe the incident, which was recorded on a video phone, happened in the Possilpark area of the city last month. The video clip showed the youths laughing before the incident and making sure they recorded the attack.

The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said such crimes must be taken seriously. A spokeswoman for Strathclyde Police told The Scottish Sun newspaper it had launched a search for those responsible for the "horrific" attack. The police spokeswoman said: "We are aware of this horrific crime and inquiries are ongoing to determine the person and persons responsible."

During the video clip, one of the youths could be heard saying: "I'll hold it and someone else tape it." Another youth urged a friend to put his phone on record mode so the prank could be saved.

After attaching the animal to the firework, one said "leave it like that, that's it", and another asked for a lighter before they set it off. The youngsters were then heard laughing after the firework shot into the air and exploded. The SSPCA said: "We received some information regarding this incident and we are working closely with Strathclyde Police.

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