Querétaro will have trial of animal abuse for the case of Athos and Tango

On May 16, a hearing will be held to request the opening of an oral trial in the case of rescue dogs Athos and Tango, who died from eating poisoned sausages.
Monica Huerta, a lawyer in the case, said that if everything goes as planned, Queretaro will have its first trial on animal abuse, between June or July.

#FiscalíaQro reports that the arrest warrant has been completed against the accused of depriving of the life of two canines, who were part of the rescue team in the state of Querétaro. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/3kcNvc9hAx

— Prosecutor’s Office Querétaro (@fiscaliaqro) July 5, 2021
According to the Criminal Code of Querétaro, the penalty for this crime with the aggravating circumstance of cruel methods is 4.5 to 7.5 years in prison for each of the dogs, so, if convicted, the accused could receive a sentence of 10 to 15 years in prison.
What happened to Athos and Tango?
In June 2021, Édgar Martínez, coach of Athos and Tango, puppies that belonged to the Queretaro’s rescue team, filed a complaint with the state authorities for the poisoning of the dogs. According to the caregiver, the puppies were at home when the incident occurred.
Martinez gave CPR to the dogs so he was also intoxicated. According to the statements of those involved, the person who poisoned Athos and Tango was a neighbor of the area, but the canine trainers assured that they never had altercations with the accused.

The person who poisoned the dogs was detained for 20 days; and although he was linked to the process, the judge determined that the crime was not serious and could lead to the process in freedom. The decision outraged social networks so citizens and animal protectors launched the campaign #JusticiaParaAthosYTango.
Athos was a dog certified by the International Organization of Search and Rescue Dogs (IRO), and was a RED Cross USAR accredited specialist, while Tango he was part of the team of rescue canines from the state of Querétaro.
 
What we do at Animal Político requires professional journalists, teamwork, dialogue with readers and something very important: independence. You can help us keep going. Be part of the team.
Subscribe to Animal Político, receive benefits and support free journalism.#YoSoyAnimal

Original source in Spanish

Related Posts

Add Comment