Reports of animal mistreatment in the Brazilian city of Campinas have surged by 54.8% over two years, according to data from the São Paulo State Public Security Secretariat. In 2023, there were 139 documented cases, which increased to 195 in 2024 and further rose to 209 in 2025. The information, obtained by G1 through the Access to Information Law, highlights a worrying trend in animal welfare in the region.

The study reveals that the statistics are not isolated to Campinas but represent a broader issue affecting a total of 38 municipalities within the jurisdiction of the São Paulo Interior Judicial Police Department 2. The entire region recorded 759 cases of animal mistreatment in 2023, escalating to 977 cases in the subsequent year. This alarming increase raises questions about the adequacy of local interventions and the public's response to animal welfare issues.

Legal expert Angélica Soares, who specializes in environmental and animal crimes, noted that the rise in reported cases may not necessarily imply an actual increase in mistreatment incidents. Instead, it could indicate a growing awareness and willingness among the public to report such behaviors. This trend calls attention to the need for greater education around animal protection laws and enhancements in enforcement mechanisms to tackle this ongoing concern effectively.