Monkey ‘tied with rope around neck’ in live ‘execution’ performance
Monkey tied with rope around neck in live ‘execution’ performance sparks fury
Video footage depicting monkeys allegedly mistreated during a live stage act at a tourist site has ignited public backlash in China. The clip, which shows a macaque restrained and forced into a dramatic display, has since gone viral, prompting widespread condemnation.
The event occurred at Longquan Ancient Town Drama Fantasy City, located in Luquan District, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province. A man in the video appears to perform a simulated execution, with the monkey kneeling beneath him as he delivers a speech to an audience of young children.
As the performance unfolded, the man draped a black cloth over the monkey’s head and secured its limbs to a plastic pipe. He then raised a prop gun, mimicking a shooting, and the animal collapsed to the ground, motionless. Meanwhile, another monkey was seen fastened with a long rope around its neck, while two others were visible in the background, similarly restrained.
Viewers condemned the act, calling it cruel and distressing. They flooded social media platforms with complaints, accusing the show of exploiting animals for entertainment. In response, staff at the attraction clarified that the monkey act was managed by an external team, with the venue itself having no direct involvement in the performance’s operations.
Following the backlash, the site announced it had ended its contract with the performance group and removed the act from its schedule. Customer service confirmed the show was no longer featured, though the incident has raised questions about animal welfare in the tourism industry.
Investigation launched into live monkey display
Local officials from the Luquan District Culture, Radio, Television, Sports and Tourism Bureau stated they were aware of the public outcry and had initiated an inquiry. They emphasized that the performers involved were part of an outside team, not directly employed by the attraction. The probe is still ongoing, with further details expected.
Earlier this year, a monkey torture ring was exposed, revealing how people in the US and UK paid Indonesians to film the abuse of baby long-tailed macaques. The BBC, through a year-long investigation, uncovered a global network that linked users to online platforms where extreme animal suffering was broadcast. Videos were initially posted on YouTube, but as demand for more graphic content grew, encrypted messaging apps like Telegram became the site’s new home.
Authorities eventually alerted police, leading to the arrest of several individuals associated with the network. This incident has drawn comparisons to the recent controversy, highlighting concerns about the treatment of animals in entertainment and the role of digital platforms in enabling such cruelty.
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