The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched an investigation regarding animal burial sites

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched an investigation regarding animal burial sites under Article 259 of the Criminal Code, which concerns animal torture, cruel treatment, or other forms of violence. This decision followed a report aired on "TV Pirveli" on October 31, which showed pits, animal burial sites, and dog carcasses. Publika+7

Animal rights activists responded to the issue, creating a petition and calling on investigative agencies to study the incident. Among other demands, the activists are requesting that an examination of the carcasses be conducted to determine the causes of the animals' deaths. A protest rally is also planned at the Government Administration. Publika+1

Tbilisi City Hall denied the reports spread in the media and called the information about the animal burial sites a lie. According to the City Hall's explanation, the circulated video material reflects a process permitted by legislation, and the burial site is intended for the disposal of carcasses of dogs that died from various causes, including diseases, traffic accidents, and natural death. Publika+1