# Animal cruelty investigation in San Antonio, Chile

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/animal-cruelty-investigation-in-san-antonio-chile
> Updated: 2026-09-03T13:49:16.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In San Antonio, Chile, authorities conducted an operation to rescue four greyhounds discovered in a state of “severe neglect and physical deterioration.” The intervention was carried out by the Environmental Crimes and Cultural Heritage Investigation Brigade (Bidema) Valparaíso following a formal complaint.

Medical evaluations performed by the San Antonio Municipal Department of Public Health and Zoonosis confirmed the dogs suffered from various untreated injuries and diseases. The animals have been removed for medical stabilization and are expected to be transferred to an animal protection organization upon recovery. The owner has been arrested and faces charges for animal cruelty.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: San Antonio authorities rescue four injured greyhounds and arrest owner

Four greyhounds were rescued in San Antonio, Chile, after being found with severe injuries and untreated diseases. The owner has been arrested for animal cruelty.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-antonio-authorities-rescue-four-injured-greyhounds-and-arrest-owner

### 2026-08-28: San Antonio officials rescue 26 pugs from unsanitary home

San Antonio officials rescued 26 pugs from an unsanitary home following reports of neglect. Multiple charges have been filed against the owner.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-antonio-officials-rescue-26-pugs-from-unsanitary-home

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