An Egyptian court on Sunday, 14 September, sentenced a woman to six months in prison and fined her EGP 10,000 (USD 207) after finding her guilty of poisoning multiple dogs inside a private compound in 6th of October City. The case began after residents filed police reports along with videos that circulated social media showing dead and injured dogs in May 2025. Animal rights groups say the case underscores the urgent need for stronger enforcement of animal welfare laws. “This is not only about animal cruelty, but also about public safety,” said Omar Samy from Refq Animal Rescue, who assisted in documenting the case. In recent years, incidents of animal cruelty in Egypt have sparked growing public concern, with videos of abuse frequently going viral and prompting authorities to intervene.