Deliberate cruelty behind the wheel

RSPCA Queensland Inspectors seek public assistance to find the person responsible for allegedly deliberately mowing down a kangaroo in their vehicle.

RSPCA Queensland are urgently seeking public assistance in this animal cruelty investigation.

At 3:02am on Saturday 2 May 2026, the vehicle shown was allegedly used to deliberately chase and strike a kangaroo multiple times resulting in its death at Curly Ct, Torrington.

Between the hours of 3:00 and 3:10am this vehicle was seen driving east on Carrington Rd, Torrington, and after the alleged incident, resumed driving east on Carrington Rd after slowly driving around Quarryville Rd estate.

If you witnessed this incident or have dashcam vision of the vehicle, report it to RSPCA by calling 1300 ANIMAL (264 625) or via our website.

Under the Animal Care and Protection Act (2001), those found guilty of animal cruelty offences can face a maximum penalty of $322,600 or 3 years imprisonment.

RSPCA Queensland spokesperson Emma Lagoon says, "Animal cruelty behind the wheel is still animal cruelty."

"It appears this was a cold, deliberate act of animal cruelty."