Target: Nikolay Peltekov, Director, Metropolitan Directorate of Interior, Sofia, Bulgaria
Goal: Investigate the reported deaths and illnesses of dogs and cats near suspected antifreeze bait and refer any proven deliberate poisoning for prosecution.
A shared courtyard should be safe for the animals who pass through it. An account describes five community cats found dead in one such place and alleges that food had been deliberately contaminated with antifreeze. It also describes two dogs receiving intensive care after contact with suspected bait near a playground.
The account claims veterinary testing identified a toxic substance, but no original report has been provided. Investigators must establish the substance, route of exposure, and cause of each death or illness. Evidence must determine whether intentional poisoning occurred.
A careful investigation can protect animals while preventing unfounded accusations against neighbors or people feeding strays. Authorities should verify the complaint, arrange safe handling of any suspected bait, and collect reliable evidence. Call for prompt assessment of the reported deaths and prosecution of anyone proven responsible for deliberate poisoning.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Director Peltekov,
Five dead cats and two critically ill dogs were allegedly poisoned with antifreeze in a courtyard. If confirmed, the clustering of cases would warrant urgent veterinary and investigative attention. Please involve animal protection specialists and give residents accurate information about locations and precautions supported by evidence.
Please obtain the original laboratory findings, clinical records, witness statements, and available recordings. Samples of suspected bait should be secured and tested through appropriate procedures. Investigators should determine whether any substance was deliberately placed, who handled it, and whether it caused the reported harm. Neither a person’s presence nearby nor ordinary feeding activity establishes criminal responsibility.
If the evidence demonstrates intentional poisoning, refer the case for prosecution and support penalties proportionate to the proven harm. Coordinate with the relevant services to remove confirmed hazards and protect surviving animals. Please communicate verified findings so that families and volunteer caregivers can act on facts. These reported deaths deserve a serious inquiry, and any established cruelty must carry consequences.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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