New and emerge and dramatic Details on the story of Diegothe young Pitbull found dead on 18 July within a garage in Fabbrico, in the province of Reggio Emilia. The exclusive images in possession of the Italian Animal Defense and Environment League (Leidaa), which has already filed a complaint, show a framework of prolonged indifference and mistreatment. In the videos, Diego appears segregated for days on a balcony, isolated from the view by a sheet hanging on the bars. Despite imprisonment, the dog tries to interact with those who call it, showing a desperate desire for contact. Shortly thereafter, the transfer to a garage and the tragic end: Diego was found lifeless, in conditions that suggest serious physical and psychological suffering.
Michela Brambilla’s words
“Indifference and lack of pity kill how much open violence “ – said the Hon. Michela Vittoria Brambillapresident of Leidaa – “With Diego, abandonment was a method, not an episode. Its history is full of particular sadness and represents a symbol of silent cruelty, which is consumed behind the closed doors“Brambilla underlines the importance of the recent regulatory reform, the so -called Brambilla law, which has finally recognized animals as legal entities And which provides for more severe penalties for cases of mistreatment and killing.
“Diego asks justice on behalf of all animals that suffer and die in indifference, especially in summer, when the owners’ holidays become a nightmare for unwanted animals. Now it is time to enforce the law” – added the honorable. Leidaa was formed civil party And he asks that the Brambilla law be applied rigorously. The regulatory text provides for penalties up to 3 years of imprisonment and 45,000 euros of fine for mistreatment that lead to the death of the animal, and up to 4 years in prison with 60,000 euros of sanction in cases of killing with cruelty.
A case not isolated
Unfortunately, Diego’s is not an isolated case.
The president of Leidaa also recalled other tragic events: the dog Amstaff Dead choked by his chain in Piacenza, three farmhouses left without water and food in Avellino, and other episodes in Naples and throughout Italy. “We are witnessing a real emergency, which must be contrasted with force and determination“, Brambilla concluded.