A man in his 60s faces charges after scattering bread laced with fishing hooks at a pet dog playground in Naju, South Jeolla Province. Authorities booked the suspect without detention on attempted property damage charges, citing the incident as a potential threat to animals considered personal property under civil law.
Details of the Incident
CCTV footage captured the suspect arriving on a motorcycle at the Naju Pet Dog Playground in Geumcheon-myeon around 6:50 a.m. on January 14. He tossed multiple pieces of bread embedded with sharp fishing hooks near the entrance. Dog owners later discovered about 10 such pieces, prompting widespread alarm and social media posts from concerned pet guardians.
Suspect’s Motive Revealed
The man, a local resident living nearby, admitted to the act during questioning. He stated that he acted because the dogs’ barking was too noisy and annoying
, disrupting his daily life. Officials note the playground began trial operations earlier this year to promote pet-friendly activities in the area.
Police Response and Charges
Naju Police Station responded swiftly to reports, reviewing surveillance video to identify and locate the suspect. They classify the case as attempted property damage, as no dogs were harmed. Investigators plan further education efforts to prevent similar disturbances at public pet facilities.
