Animal abuse hoax debunked in Telde

The affected individuals have expressed fear of potential property break-ins following the spread of false information.

Generic image of a quiet residential street at dusk.
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Generic image of a quiet residential street at dusk.

Authorities have debunked a hoax regarding an alleged case of animal abuse in the municipality of Telde, which had caused social alarm in the area.

The false information, which circulated recently, has had a direct impact on the individuals wrongly accused. It has been reported that those affected have expressed concern for the security of their home due to the risk of potential break-ins.
The fear of suffering property assaults has prevented the residents from resting properly over the last few days. The clarification of the facts aims to put an end to the misinformation that has affected the peace of this area in Gran Canaria.