SANJEEV GILL FROM SOUTHALL BANNED AFTER LETTING DOGS STARVE TO DEATH IN WEST LONDON

In a disturbing case that has shocked the local community, Sanjeev Gill, a 45-year-old resident of Southall, was found guilty of severe animal cruelty and subsequently received a five-year ban from owning or keeping any animals. The incident, which took place in West London, culminated in Gill’s appearance at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, January 26, where he was sentenced for his role in the tragic neglect of his pets.

According to the investigation conducted by the RSPCA, both of Gill’s dogs had suffered from extreme malnutrition, ultimately leading to their deaths. The animals involved were a two-year-old Akita named Cuba and a four-year-old German Shepherd called Max. The court heard that these dogs were brought to an RSPCA Animal Hospital in November 2019 by Gill himself, but by that time, both animals had already passed away. Gill claimed that one of the dogs had gone missing the day before and that he had later discovered their bodies in a communal area near his residence in Southall. He then took the deceased animals to the RSPCA clinic, where they were officially registered.

Inspector Mike Beaman, who was called to examine the situation by hospital colleagues, provided a detailed account of the dogs’ condition. He described both animals as being extremely emaciated, with their body conditions rated at the lowest possible score by the veterinarian. Cuba weighed only 19.4 kilograms, and Max was slightly heavier at 19.6 kilograms, both significantly below the healthy weight range for their breeds. The vet explained that an average Akita typically weighs between 45 and 59 kilograms, while a German Shepherd usually falls within the 30 to 40-kilogram range.

Further examination of Max revealed that his coat was heavily soiled with mud, and he had no visible skin lesions. However, he was found to have faeces stuck to his pelvis and hind limbs, indicating neglect. Cuba’s coat was similarly caked in mud, and there was visible damage to the tips of his ears and his left thigh. A post-mortem examination of both dogs’ bodies showed no underlying medical conditions that could explain their extreme malnourishment, confirming that neglect was the primary cause of their suffering and death.

As part of his sentencing, Gill received a community order for 12 months, which included a requirement to complete 160 hours of unpaid work under the Animal Welfare Act 2006. Additionally, he was ordered to pay costs amounting to £1,000, along with a victim surcharge of £90. Importantly, Gill was disqualified from owning or keeping any animals for a period of five years, a measure aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future.