Risk of plague: Citizen arrested for attempting to smuggle livestock without documentation at Kapshtica border

Authorities at the Kapshtica border crossing have stopped and arrested an individual who attempted to bring livestock into the country without the necessary legal documentation. This act poses a significant risk for the spread of plague and other infectious diseases that could threaten farms and the agricultural industry in the country.

According to official reports, the individual was caught during a border inspection while trying to introduce livestock into Albanian territory without health certificates and complete documentation to verify the origin and health status of the animals. This case highlights the importance of strictly adhering to rules and procedures for animal transport to protect public health and the economy of the agricultural sector.

Authorities emphasize that any attempt to bypass legal checks and bring animals into the country without proper documentation will be rigorously punished in accordance with current laws, to prevent the spread of dangerous diseases.

The incident at Kapshtica serves as a strong reminder for farmers and transporters to be very careful and comply fully with all legal procedures regarding the movement of animals, in the interest of the country’s health safety.

“KORÇA BOOM”