A video captured a postal worker in an England jersey kicking a blind shih tzu so forcefully that the dog had to be euthanized. The incident occurred after the postman delivered a package at a residence in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, last weekend, as revealed by the dog’s owner, Eve Lewis, 40.
Ethel, an 11-year-old partially blind shih tzu with only one tooth, suffered fatal injuries after being kicked by the postman. Eve described the postman kicking Ethel like a football, causing her to fly into the air and ultimately succumb to organ failure.
Following the incident, the devastated owner shared her heartbreak as the dog could not be saved despite veterinary efforts. Ethel’s health deteriorated rapidly, leading to brain damage, and Eve had to make the difficult decision to put her down.
Expressing her sorrow, Eve emphasized Ethel’s resilience through previous surgeries but lamented that she could not recover this time. She urged for accountability and prevention of similar incidents to spare others from the pain she endured.
The Royal Mail has launched an investigation into the matter and pledged to cover the veterinary expenses. A spokesperson for the postal service expressed regret over the distressing event and emphasized their commitment to animal welfare and employee safety.
Thames Valley Police confirmed receiving reports of the incident and highlighted ongoing investigations into potential criminal damage and animal welfare violations. While no arrests have been made yet, authorities are actively pursuing leads to safeguard the community.
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