By Aida Aziz
TAIPING: Taiping Municipal Council (MPT) has finally conducted an operation to catch stray dogs following complaints from residents in the residential area near Kampung Potong Pinang, Pokok Assam.
The issue was previously highlighted in the media, with residents urging MPT to visit the area and address the problem before it worsened.
A residents’ representative said the enforcement action would help ensure a safer, more comfortable and harmonious neighbourhood for everyone.
“We are pleased with the positive development following MPT’s action to address concerns over the presence of stray dogs in the Pokok Assam area in Taiping.
“On behalf of the Pokok Assam Komuniti Team Bertindak Hak (KTBH) and HotDTaiping, we would like to express our deepest appreciation and gratitude to MPT for its concern, action and response to the complaints and concerns raised by local residents.
“Public safety, particularly involving children, senior citizens and the local community, must always be given due attention.
“Cooperation between the authorities and the community is essential to ensure that local issues are addressed effectively,” he said.
