Livestock farmer arrested in Kofinou for attacking veterinary officials

On Friday, May 8, a livestock farmer was arrested in Kofinou following an altercation with Veterinary Services officials. The officials were conducting authorized inspections to collect samples related to foot-and-mouth disease containment efforts. While the officials were accompanied by police, the farmer refused to allow the sampling and reacted aggressively. Reports differ on the nature of the physical interaction; some sources state the farmer attacked two officials, while others specify he kicked one veterinarian. Police officers present at the scene immediately arrested the individual on flagrant offense charges. The suspect was subsequently transported to a local police station. As of the time of the report, there was no information regarding any injuries sustained during the incident.