Kamareddy, Jan. 24 -- Several monkeys were found poisoned and dumped in Antampalli village of Bhiknoor mandal in Telangana's Kamareddy district, triggering concern among locals and animal welfare groups.

Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Goutham, Cruelty Prevention Manager at the Stray Animal Foundation of India NGO, said that the organisation received information about the incident after multiple monkeys were allegedly killed by poisoning and dumped in the village.

He added that local veterinary officials visited the site and began treating the affected animals.

He also said that the poisoning of animals appears to be increasing.

"We received information that a few monkeys were killed by poisoning and dumped i...