Editorial
Yoan Zouma has reportedly been ‘charged by the RSPCA‘ under the Animal Welfare Act after he allegedly ‘filmed his brother, West Ham’s Kurt Zouma, kicking his cat’ in a video that began circulating online last month.
A statement about the centreback for Dagenham & Redbridge has been released by the National League Club on March 16, in which the alleged charge has been addressed.
The statement reads: “Dagenham & Redbridge FC note the decision of the RSPCA to charge Yoan Zouma under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
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“Whilst Yoan continues to fully co-operate with the RSPCA, as this matter has now progressed further, Dagenham & Redbridge FC feel it is no longer appropriate for either Yoan or the club to make any further statement.
“Dagenham & Redbridge FC maintain their position in that the club continues to condemn all animal cruelty.”
It went on to state that the defender would be able to play following the end of his suspension.
The statement continued: “Since the allegation, and whilst investigations were taking place, Dagenham & Redbridge FC took the decision that Yoan should not play football for the club.
“Four weeks have now elapsed however since the incident, and the club feels that any further suspension from the team would be detrimental to both the club and Yoan. A decision has been made therefore for Yoan to be available to play.
“The club reserves the right to take further action if deemed necessary after conclusion of the court proceedings.”
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When the ‘cat kicking’ video began circulating online, Kurt Zouma released a statement in which he apologised for the ‘isolated incident’.
He said: “I want to apologise for my actions. There are no excuses for my behaviour, which I sincerely regret.
“I also want to say how deeply sorry I am to anyone who was upset by the video. I would like to assure everyone that our two cats are perfectly fine and healthy.
“They are loved and cherished by our entire family, and this behaviour was an isolated incident that will not happen again.”
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