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Animal cruelty and illegal firearm investigation in Paphos

Overview

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

Investigators identified the suspects using CCTV footage after a resident reported the deceased animal on October 4. The suspects face various charges, including animal cruelty, illegal possession and transport of a hunting firearm and explosives, and discharging firearms in a residential area. In response to the incident, the Animal Party of Cyprus has called for stricter state regulations and increased deterrent measures regarding firearm possession and use.

Entities

Paphos · Animal Party of Cyprus · Paphos Police · Cyprus Police

Timeline

  1. [CRIME] 3 sources
    Paphos police arrest three suspects in fatal animal shooting case

    Three youths, including a 16-year-old, have been arrested in Paphos, Cyprus, after a pet cat was found shot 13 times. Suspects face charges including animal cruelty and illegal firearm possession.

  2. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Paphos police arrest two men in poaching investigation

    Police in Paphos arrested two men following a poaching investigation after catching them chasing a hare with a vehicle. Seized items include a shotgun, wild birds, and unidentified meat.

Sources

24h.com.cy · dialogos.com.cy · kriti360.gr · omegalive.com.cy