In Malmö, a disturbing incident involving a dog being thrown from a third-floor balcony has sparked widespread outrage and engagement on social media.

Witnesses immediately intervened, rescuing the dog and ensuring it received veterinary care, revealing the animal was undernourished and injured from the fall.

Despite the owner being suspected of severe animal cruelty, the dog was shortly returned to them, raising questions about the effectiveness of animal protection laws in Sweden.

Authorities stress the importance of a legally secure process for animal seizure, highlighting that animals are considered property by law, which complicates immediate action against the owner.

The case is currently under investigation, with both police and the local county administrative board involved, signaling a high priority but also indicating the challenges in promptly addressing such cases.