Chlorakas, Cyprus. The Ecologists Movement has urged police to thoroughly investigate a case involving a video showing four men appearing to kick and throw a turtle in the Chlorakas area, describing the footage as “horrific.”
Letter to police and notification of authorities
In a letter sent Thursday on behalf of the party’s president and MP Stavros Papadouris to the police chief, the movement said it shared the latest data and information with the police chief. Other relevant authorities, including the president, the justice minister, the attorney-general and the environment commissioner, were also notified.
Questions over additional footage
Referring to the video, the movement said that one of the four men involved is seen filming the incident, raising the question of whether this specific audiovisual material has been requested by the police to clarify precisely what happened at the time.
Call for comprehensive examination
The movement said the case should be examined with completeness and attention, taking into account all available evidence and the latest information that emerges, to ensure full clarification of the incident and to consolidate a sense of justice in society.
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