Overview
- Investigators report 28 animals were affected—16 dogs and 12 cats—with eight survivors, three under observation and five in a neighbor’s care.
- The inquiry is led by prosecutor Alejandro Pellegrinelli under an investigation into causes of death, with Policía Científica conducting forensic work.
- Emergency personnel responded to the home on Calle 200 between 11 and 9 after a call tied to the woman’s sister, attempted resuscitation and confirmed her death.
- Laboratory analyses to identify the toxic substance remain pending as Zoonosis and Civil Defense completed cleanup and removals at the property.
- Animal-protection groups and neighbors have mobilized locally, and the surviving animals are receiving care through municipal services and community support.