Investigation demanded into alleged animal abuse case in Cayey

By THE STAR STAFF

Spokespeople for the “Alianza Voces por los Animales” (Alliance of Voices for Animals) demanded earlier this week that authorities investigate an alleged case of cruelty against several animals reported in Cayey.

Reportedly, several dogs were found with wires tightly bound around their waists, near their hind legs.

“Animals are sentient beings capable of experiencing pain, fear, and suffering. Acts of this nature cannot be normalized or go unpunished,” Vivian Godoy, a spokesperson for the alliance, said in a written statement. “Violence against animals deserves a firm response from the state and from society as a whole.”

Claribel Pizarro, also representing the alliance, urged agencies with jurisdiction -- including the Puerto Rico Police and entities responsible for enforcing Law 154 -- to conduct a diligent investigation and ensure that anyone responsible is held accountable under the law.

She also called upon the public and all those who love, respect, and protect animals to cooperate with authorities by providing any information that might help clarify the facts.