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Man seen slapping & pinning down monkey in Kelantan, M'sia wildlife authorities investigating
Action will also be taken against those responsible.
November 15, 2025, 05:18 PM
Malaysian wildlife authorities will investigate a case of animal abuse in Kelantan after a video involving a man and a monkey was circulated online.
According to New Straits Times (NST), the Kelantan Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) said that it will also take action against those responsible once enough information is gathered.
Struck and slammed monkey multiple times
A video of the incident shared on Instagram by the Stray Animal Foundation of Malaysia (SAFM) on Nov. 14 showed the animal being abused repeatedly by a man.
At the start of the video, the chained monkey could be seen approaching a man crouched on the grass in front of it.
The man then attempted to catch a grip of the animal and it clung on to him, seemingly to bite him out of retaliation.
He then managed to secure the monkey and pin it down while holding its neck.
The man later slapped the monkey's face, swung it around a few times, and repeatedly struck the monkey.
He also slammed the animal into the ground continuously.
He then held on to the monkey's leash for a brief moment before letting go of it.
Wildlife organisation urged authorities to take action
Following the circulation of the video, SAFM called on the Perhilitan to investigate the incident.
"We call on witnesses or anyone with information about this case to come forward to assist with the investigation", SAFM said in a statement, as quoted by NST in an earlier report on Nov. 14.
The group also reminded the public that animal abuse is a serious offence under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010.
Meanwhile, Kelantan Perhilitan director Mohamad Hafid Rohani said he will deploy a team to investigate the case, even though no official report has been lodged.
He added that action will be taken against those involved when officers verify the authenticity of the video, and identify the individuals and location involved.
In Malaysia, those found guilty of animal abuse may be fined up to RM100,000 (S$31,423), jailed up to three years, or both.
SAFM added that it will continue to monitor the case to ensure firm and prompt action is taken.
Top photos via @animal.org.my/Instagram
