Amasya Governor, began an investigation after footage of five individuals abusing a large animal during the slaughtering process at a meat processing facility in the city went viral on social media. In a written statement, the Governor’s office expressed the need to inform the public about the footage showing the abuse of the large animal at the meat processing facility in the city, as reported by some media outlets and on social media. Subsequent to the investigation conducted in accordance with the information provided by the Amasya Public Prosecutor’s Office, the suspects identified as I.T., N.T., H.S., E.Ç., and A.A. were apprehended. The statement also mentioned that appropriate administrative sanctions are being applied to the facility and the suspects by the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry and the Amasya Nature Conservation and National Parks Branch Directorate, in accordance with the relevant legislation.
An investigation was initiated by the Amasya Governor’s office following the public outcry over footage showing the abuse of a large animal during the slaughtering process at a meat processing facility in the city. In the video circulating on social media, the suspects can be seen hitting the animal on the head with sticks and an axe as it tries to escape during the slaughtering process. In response to the unacceptable animal cruelty captured on video, Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı announced that the operations of the facility have been halted by the Ministry due to the ‘slaughtering procedures that obstruct animal welfare.’ Minister Yumaklı further condemned the mistreatment of the animal, emphasizing that such actions are entirely unacceptable.
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç confirmed that the 5 individuals involved in abusing a large animal prior to slaughter at a meat processing facility in the Suluova district of Amasya have been arrested. Minister Tunç reiterated that the mistreatment of the animal before slaughter is intolerable and emphasized the importance of upholding animal rights. Following the incident, an investigation was launched by the Suluova Public Prosecutor’s Office under the provisions of the Animal Protection Law No. 5199. As a result of the investigation, the 5 suspects taken into custody were subsequently arrested. The government officials have taken swift action in response to the disturbing incident, demonstrating a commitment to enforcing animal welfare laws and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
The video depicting the abuse of a large animal at a meat processing facility in Amasya has sparked outrage on social media, leading to an investigation by the local authorities. The public’s reaction to the disturbing footage prompted immediate action from the relevant government agencies, resulting in the arrest of the suspects involved in the animal abuse. The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry has denounced the mistreatment of the animal and suspended the operations of the facility responsible for the cruelty, emphasizing the importance of upholding animal welfare standards. The swift response by the authorities reflects a commitment to addressing animal rights violations and ensuring that those responsible for such acts are held accountable for their actions.
The incident of animal abuse at a meat processing facility in Amasya has raised concerns about animal rights and welfare standards in the country. The government’s proactive stance in response to the incident, including the arrest of the suspects involved in the abuse, reflects a commitment to enforcing laws protecting animal rights. The public outcry over the mistreatment of the animal underscores the importance of upholding ethical standards in the treatment of animals and the need for stricter enforcement of regulations governing animal welfare. The government’s swift and decisive action in this case serves as a reminder of the imperative of ensuring the well-being and dignity of all living beings, including animals.
