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Animal cruelty incidents in Monteforte Irpino

Overview

The community of Monteforte Irpino in Avellino is reacting to the death of Duke, a one-year-old mixed-breed dog found with multiple gunshot wounds. The incident has caused widespread indignation among local citizens, animal welfare associations, and municipal authorities.

Mayor Fabio Sircio and Animal Protection Councilor Francesca De Santis have condemned the act, with local officials calling for authorities to identify those responsible. In response to the violence, the municipality has organized a public demonstration and sit-in for October 19 to demand justice and address animal cruelty.

This event follows a similar incident in December involving a dog named Nathan, which has intensified local concerns regarding poaching and the safety of free-roaming animals in the region.

Entities

Fabio Sircio · Francesca De Santis · Monteforte Irpino · Duke · ENPA

Timeline

  1. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Monteforte Irpino community seeks justice after dog killed by gunfire

    The shooting death of a one-year-old dog named Duke in Monteforte Irpino has sparked outrage and calls for justice from local authorities and animal welfare volunteers.

  2. [CRIME] 3 sources
    Monteforte Irpino community protests after dog killed by gunfire

    The community of Monteforte Irpino is protesting after a one-year-old dog named Duke was killed by gunfire. Local authorities are demanding justice and increased patrols to prevent further animal cruelty.

Sources

amoreaquattrozampe.it · emmepress.com · ilcorrierino.com · improntaunika.it · irpinianews.it