SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 29 Aug (EUROPA PRESS) –
The General Police Corps of the Canary Islands, via the Administrative Surveillance and Inspection Unit (UVIA), in collaboration with the Local Police of El Sauzal, has uncovered a significant number of carcasses from caprine and bovine animals on a livestock farm situated in northern Tenerife, following an inspection and monitoring operation.
During the operation, officers established the presence of various corpses and animal remains in an advanced state of decay.
Furthermore, it was confirmed that the proprietor of the farm lacked an authorised collection service for the management of animal by-products not meant for human consumption (SANDACH), which would ensure their proper disposal, as stated by the Canary Islands Police in a report.
As a consequence of these actions, proposals have been made for severe penalties for the abandonment of animals or their carcasses, highlighting that such actions pose a health risk to public health and can lead to environmental contamination. Additionally, this conduct may incur further penalties including the suspension or cessation of operations, as well as the revocation, withdrawal, or failure to renew the necessary administrative authorisation or registration to continue such activities.
The Administrative Surveillance and Inspection Unit is tasked with various responsibilities including preventive police actions, as well as the investigation and reporting of administrative violations in areas including but not limited to the environment, natural resources, tourism regulation in the Canary Islands, Canarian cultural heritage, tax administration, transport, gaming, and betting. These duties are fulfilled in accordance with the Resolution of 16 January 2024, issued by the General Directorate of Security.
