Police charge two teenagers with animal cruelty after a video showing a black swan circulating widely on social media. Multiple outlets report that the teens’ faces are visible in the footage. The video appears to show the swan pinned to the floor. Authorities move to take action following the public sharing of the clip, and the teenagers are formally charged with offences related to animal cruelty. The reports do not indicate the teenagers’ identities in the material provided, nor do they detail the specific jurisdiction, location, or the maximum penalties associated with the charges. The accounts focus on the fact that the video is widely shared online and that it shows the alleged treatment of the bird, alongside the visible faces of those involved. The matter is now before the courts, with the charges reflecting allegations that are subject to legal process.