On Friday, PAWS made another visit to the area and found that seven horses were still there in a makeshift stable. On Wednesday, PAWS sent formal complaints, photographic evidence and the name of the alleged owner, to the Andheri Police station, the Sahar Police Station and the commissioner of police, seeking action against the owner for letting horses take part in illegal races on the streets of Mumbai. The complaints stated that using animals for public performance without permission is illegal as per the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (1960) and the Performing Animal Rules (1973 and 2001). An action can be initiated as per the Indian Penal Code (1860) and Bombay Police Act (1951) too, it stated.

When contacted, the Senior Police Inspector of Sahar Dilip Patil said, “It is not an important matter that needs urgent intervention. However, we will see what can be done as soon as possible.”

However, Deputy Commissioner of Police Nisar Tamboli, who said he was unaware about the death of two horses or an illegal racing network in the zone, said, “If a complaint is filed, I will look into the matter immediately and inform the police stations to take action.”