Mass death of animals reported in Vavla village

Residents of the village of Vavla in the Larnaca district are reporting a mass death of animals, with approximately 30 cats and one dog found dead. Local residents and officials suspect deliberate poisoning, marking the second such incident in the community within two years. The situation has caused significant distress among the local population, many of whom regularly care for the stray animals.

Lefkara Mayor Sofoklis Sofokleous and Deputy Mayor Giorgos Pattichis have been notified of the situation. While residents believe the animals were poisoned, local authorities state that the exact cause of death is currently under investigation. Deputy Mayor Pattichis noted that initial site inspections by officials failed to identify specific poisonous substances or immediate physical evidence of foul play.

Authorities, including the police and the municipal health department, are scheduled to conduct further on-site examinations today to determine the cause of death. The investigation will focus on identifying the circumstances surrounding these fatalities and confirming whether a criminal act occurred.