Authorities are investigating a suspected secret operation. This involved moving sheep and goats illegally. The goal was to avoid destroying sick animals. A virus was found in some livestock. The illegal movement happened Thursday night and Friday morning. Veterinary Services and police are working together. They are worried about animal health and the spread of the virus. Four illegal animal moves have been found. This has caused worry in the Nicosia district.
The investigation started after a tip. It suggested animals were moved from Dali. This farm had restrictions because of the virus. A famous livestock trader owns the farm. The animals were moved to Tseri. This area had no virus before. Experts said this move was like a "health bomb." The people moved the animals to avoid killing them. This makes it harder to stop the virus.
Veterinary Services and police went to the farm in Tseri. Police stayed to stop more animal moves. They watched the farm all night. In the morning, vets took samples from the animals. These samples will be tested in a lab. They will check if the animals are healthy. Police are interviewing people involved. They are talking to owners and workers from Dali and Tseri.
This secret operation breaks rules. It is a big risk to stopping the virus. Moving animals from sick places is dangerous. It helps spread diseases. Moving animals from Dali to Tseri put Tseri's animals at risk. It could bring the virus to a new area. This action stops the government's efforts. It shows no care for animal health or public safety.
The results of this are serious. The virus could now reach Tseri. This will need big and expensive plans. People involved in illegal moves will face penalties. They could get large fines or go to court. The government said people who stop vets will not get money. They are watching the Nicosia district more closely. They want to stop more illegal animal moves.