Exotic animals in the housing find: police take drastic measures!

Exotic animals in the housing find: police take drastic measures!

An unexpected discovery process led the police in the Braunau district to a worrying find: In a raid on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, as part of an investigation into a suspected drug trade, the officials encountered a variety of exotic animals in the apartment of a 25-year-old. Instead of just finding drugs, they discovered 34 impressive bird spiders, four Leopardgeckos, two bearded dragons and two dangerous Boa Constrictor. The environmentally acquaintance organ of the police and the State Criminal Police Office in Upper Austria were immediately informed about the grievances, since the animals lived under catastrophic conditions and, due to the unexpected attitude, were in large emergencies, as 5min.at reported.

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The situation escalated when the official veterinarian came to the check. He ordered the animals to confiscate immediately. Shockingly, several copies that have already been died were discovered both within and outside of the intended cages, which made the grievances clear. The 25-year-old now faces numerous legal consequences, since in her view the animals they have lived in an irresponsible state. These dramatic circumstances are also intended to initiate a broader discussion about illegal trade in exotic animals and their species -appropriate attitude.

Especially now that the animals are urgently looking for a new home, the sensitive side of animal care is shown: Another story tells of Klara and Frosty, two cats who are now looking for a loving home for terrible health problems. These brave velvet paws were looked after by a dedicated team and are now ready to meet their new life as happy pets. Interested parties can contact tierheimbraunau.at to give Klara and Frosty a caring home.