Two veterinarians from theLocal health authority of Caserta were brutally attacked at Alvignano from the owners of two pitbull, who had to be temporarily removed for security reasons: the episode, which occurred Wednesday March 12, was reported by National Federation of Veterinary Orders (Fnovi), which he spoke of “yet another attack on veterinary staff”, renewing an appeal to the the Institutions for a regulatory intervention to protect healthcare workers.
The intervention was ordered after repeated reports of uncontrolled escapes of dogs, which had caused attacks on other animals and people. mayor, in agreement with the veterinary services, had ordered the construction of a suitable enclosure to contain them, but the couple of owners – already known to the police – reacted violently.
During the operation, the woman lashed out at one of the vets, hitting him repeatedly with a wooden stick. The doctor reported bruises and an effusion on the humerus, and was forced to seek hospital treatment. The dogs, despite the attack, were subsequently seized by another team, pending the restoration of the conditions necessary for their safe detention.
He intervened on the case Sante Roperto, president of the Order of Veterinary Surgeons of Caserta, firmly condemning the incident and underlining the bitter coincidence with the National Day Against Violence Against Health and Social Health Workers. “We will not allow violence and intimidation to hinder our professional commitment and our mission to serve the community,” he said. The General Manager of the ASL of Caserta, Amedeo Blasotti, expressed solidarity with the veterinarians who were victims of the attack, announcing that the health company will join the civil action if the case has legal implications.
Article published on March 14, 2025 - 12pm
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This article highlights a very serious situation regarding the safety of veterinarians. It is unacceptable that they are attacked for doing their job. I hope that the institutions take concrete measures to protect these professionals.