Man apologises for ‘stupid joke’ on Facebook after SPCA investigation

Following a SPCA request for more information, the man who shared a picture of a cat with a knife to its head has published a social media apology.

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As reported by The South African website, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA received a report of animal cruelty and had been searching for the man’s whereabouts for questioning.

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The man, revealed to be Jayden Faans, took to his personal Facebook page late on Wednesday evening to post: “hi friends, family, and animal lovers. as you can see the cat is not hurt, perfectly fine and healthy. the picture i took on the 20th June was just for a meme. and i do understand it was a stupid joke. from the bottom of my heart, i do apologize to every single person out there whom i deeply offended. i hope you understand.”

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If you are aware of any incident of animal cruelty, you are urged to urgently call (021) 7004158/9 or 083 3261 604.

Reports can be made anonymously and the SPCA will never reveal the name of a complainant.

In addition, reports can also be submitted online, via THIS LINK.

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