The Animal Party has accused authorities of inadequately managing a serious case involving the possible organised abduction of cats, despite specific evidence being submitted since 25 January 2026.
The party is demanding immediate investigative actions and checks at ports and airports, warning the issue is exposing Cyprus internationally.
An official citizen complaint was filed on 25 January 2026, with specific details known including a name and police station involvement, according to the party’s statement.
Yet whilst complaints are multiplying and public concern is intensifying, management of this extremely serious case remains inadequate with no tangible results from police investigations, the party said.
Following an in-depth investigation, the Animal Party Cyprus has concluded this is not an isolated incident. On the contrary, indications have emerged of possible organised activity related to cat abduction, either for exploitation or export abroad. These indications cannot be ignored or downgraded, the party said.
The position that a case cannot be substantiated because the animals lack microchips is legally and ethically problematic, according to the party.
Animals that are fed, neutered and cared for systematically by volunteers are under clear human responsibility and protection. The absence of electronic marking does not negate guardianship or the obligation to investigate possible crimes, the party stated.
The party is demanding that authorities proceed immediately, without delays or excuses, with substantive investigative actions to locate the specific woman, whose details are already known.
At the same time, Veterinary Services are being called upon to conduct thorough checks at ports and airports for cases of mass cat exports, to determine whether an organised ring is operating.
The party stated that it is ready to actively contribute to solving the case. Inaction is not an option, it said. The issue has already taken on dimensions that expose the country internationally.
Cyprus must prove it respects civilisation, legality and animal protection, the party said. Otherwise, the “island of love” characterisation risks being replaced by an image of indifference and tolerance towards abuse.
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