On social media, many viewers were stunned by a disturbing video showing a man pushing a helpless kangaroo with a broken back.
Shocking footage sparks outrage as it shows a man repeatedly punching a helpless kangaroo with a broken back.
A man punched a helpless kangaroo with a broken back
The footage, posted on Snapchat, began with the man in green shorts pulling the kangaroo’s head back and smacking it in the face.
While his mate laughs in the background.
Despite the kangaroo’s desperate attempt to defend itself by raising its paw, it collapses to the ground in defeat.
The viral video drew public fury.
The footage filmed in regional New South Wales, the video quickly went viral after circulating on social media.
In the comment selection, many viewers expressed outrage, calling the attackers “dead mutts” and “absolute scum of the earth.”
One person said: Trial by combat with the buffed Kangaroo.
A second wrote: I bet the people who find this shit funny has no life, look at the reacts as well. This shows that we have evil people, everywhere and anywhere. Wth?!
While a third commented: He should be tied up and let that helpless kangaroo kick and punch him back.
Another added: I don’t understand it. I wish the kangaroo fought back and taught him lesson. Makes so sad.
Additionally, a separate post on Facebook named the alleged perpetrators as two teenagers from New South Wales.
Many called for man to face animal cruelty charges
The Facebook post suggests the teens hit the helpless kangaroo with their car, causing it to break its back.
The individual who shared the video explained that they did so to seek justice for the animal. The RSPCA NSW has confirmed it is investigating the incident, and a spokesperson said, “We take all allegations of animal cruelty very seriously.”
NSW Police are also investigating the footage. They stated, “Police will not tolerate violence against animals in any capacity.” The public has been reminded not to report crimes through social media. Those with additional information are encouraged to contact RSPCA NSW.
In another viral kangaroo incident, man saves his dog.
Previously, on Tiktok platform, a viral video showed man punched to kangaroo to save his dog, which gained attention.
A man was reported rushing to rescue his dog from a wild kangaroo after his dog nearly drowned in water while being held by the kangaroo.
In the footage, a man was seen rushing into an outback river to save his dog from a wild kangaroo.
The kangaroo had trapped the dog in the water, holding it just above the surface.
The man is heard shouting at the kangaroo, threatening to punch it as he attempts to free his dog.
After a brief struggle, the kangaroo lets go of the dog.
After the viral video, man’s brave intervention received praise online.
In the comment selection, many users express their admiration for his quick thinking. However, some overseas viewers were puzzled, asking why the kangaroo had been holding the dog in the first place.
In short, the kangaroos are typically seen as a symbol of Australian wildlife, however, incidents like these raise questions about their behavior.
Though kangaroos generally don’t pose a threat to pets, territorial disputes can sometimes lead to aggressive encounters.
