Pigeon Deaths in Nicosia’s Old Town Raise Concerns
In a disturbing turn of events, the Green party has raised the alarm over a series of pigeon deaths that have occurred in the heart of Nicosia’s old town. The party has expressed grave concerns, suggesting that the birds were victims of deliberate poisoning. The issue was brought into the public eye following a Facebook post by Antonis Koupparis, a Green party member currently campaigning for the position of deputy mayor.
Koupparis’s post described a grim scene where seeds laced with poison were allegedly scattered across several key locations in the old town, including Ledra, Onasagoros, Rigainis, and Eleftherias Square. The implications of this act extend beyond the immediate cruelty inflicted upon the pigeons; it poses a significant risk to young children and domestic animals such as cats that frequent the area.
The Green party has pointed out that numerous businesses in the vicinity are equipped with CCTV cameras, and that the municipality has also installed security cameras. These resources could prove crucial in identifying and apprehending the individual or individuals responsible for this act.
The party has called for swift action, urging the police to work in collaboration with the municipality to investigate the incident thoroughly. The goal is clear: to bring the perpetrator to justice and prevent any further harm to local wildlife and residents. As the community awaits answers, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of urban wildlife and the need for vigilance against such acts of cruelty.
