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Cruelty in Rethymno: 17 Dead Puppies Found Under Bridge

Published January 4, 2026, 16:07
Cruelty in Rethymno: 17 Dead Puppies Found Under Bridge

A horrific act of animal cruelty occurred in Rethymno, where 17 dead puppies were found under a bridge in the Municipality of Amari. The animal welfare organization “Volunteer Team Care” denounces the mass killing of the defenseless animals as a criminal offense and has already filed a complaint with the Hellenic Police, requesting a full investigation and accountability. The area where the puppies were found is between the villages of Meronas and Gerakari.