Zuma causes outrage within the English sports community by slapping and kicking a cat (video)
West Ham footballer Kurt Zouma has apologized for the disturbing video clip that circulated recently on the Internet showing him kicking and slapping a cat, as his club publicly condemned the footage and vowed to deal with the matter.
In the disturbing clip, Zuma was seen kicking and slapping the animal, while laughter could be heard in the background, British news agency BA Media reported.
Then, 27-year-old Zuma chased a cat, before throwing a pair of shoes and slapping it on the head.
West Ham condemned Zuma's actions to The Sun in a strongly worded statement following the publication of this clip.
"West Ham unreservedly condemns the actions of the team player, Kurt Zouma, in this video that has been circulated," West Ham said in a statement to the press.
He added: "We have spoken with Kurt and we will deal with this internally, but we want to make it clear that we will not in any way condone cruelty to animals."
Zuma also issued a statement apologizing for his actions and expressing remorse.
He told The Sun: "I would like to apologize for my actions.
There are no excuses for my behaviour, which I deeply regret.”
"I also want to deeply apologize to anyone who is upset with the video," he added.
I want to assure everyone that both cats are fine and in good health.”
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Kurt Zuma will be tried for assaulting and torturing a small cat and West Ham will also punish the player A big campaign is being launched in Britain to punish Zuma :// pic.twitter.com/1U9hlvuihz
— (@_rek_18) February 7, 2022
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