Paphos police arrest three suspects in fatal animal shooting case

Police in Paphos have arrested three individuals, including a 16-year-old and two 18-year-olds, following the brutal killing of a pet cat. A necropsy revealed the animal had been shot 13 times with a firearm.

The incident was reported on October 4 by a 56-year-old resident who discovered the deceased cat near his home. Investigators used CCTV footage to identify the vehicle involved, leading to the arrests. The suspects face multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit a felony and misdemeanor, illegal possession and transport of a hunting firearm and explosives, animal cruelty, and discharging firearms in a residential area.

The Animal Party of Cyprus has responded to the incident by calling for stricter state regulations and more deterrent measures regarding the possession and use of firearms.