RSPCA seeks man after dog punched outside Tulse Hill Sainsbury's

The RSPCA is seeking information from the public following an incident where a dog was punched multiple times outside a Sainsbury's supermarket in Tulse Hill. CCTV footage shows the animal being struck four times in the head. The attack occurred around 9:30 am on Friday, September 4.

Appeal for witnesses

The animal welfare charity has released the footage as part of an appeal to identify a man seen in the vicinity at the time of the incident. The video shows a tan and white bull breed dog being followed into the supermarket entrance by a man, who then grabbed the dog and delivered the blows. The man was also accompanied by another tan-coloured bull breed dog. RSPCA Inspector Natalie Avery stated, "This was a very upsetting incident to witness and we are keen to establish what happened." The RSPCA believes the man seen in the area may possess "vital information" relevant to their investigation.

Inspector Avery added, "We are very concerned about the welfare of the dog involved and would urge anyone who may have been in the area at the time, and has first-hand information, to contact us. Even if you only have limited information, it could be vital for our enquiries, so we would encourage anyone who believes they can help to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to contact the RSPCA's Inspectorate appeal line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference 01902228.