12 dogs rescued, suspected dog meat trader nabbed in Bulacan

A man allegedly involved in the illegal dog meat trade was arrested in Bulacan, according to a report on “Saksi”.

Identified as Hernando Polintan, authorities apprehended the suspect during an entrapment operation in the province.

Polintan admitted to selling dog meat for P300 up to P350 each.

He is now under the custody of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Bulacan and will be facing charges of violating Republic Act No. 8485 or the “Animal Welfare Act”.

The twelve dogs that were found placed in sacks were rescued during the operation. They will be transferred to the Animal Kingdom Foundation rescue center in Capaz, Tarlac where they will undergo treatment and rehabilitation. -- Sundy Locus/BAP, GMA News