The situation in Corrientes has taken a dire turn as cattle rescued from a criminal gang are dying from lack of food. The president of the Association of Rural Societies of Corrientes, Carlos Roldán, reported that twelve heads have already perished. These animals were initially seized after a criminal organization that was stealing, slaughtering, and selling livestock was dismantled. The cattle were meant to be relocated to an INTA field in Santo Tomé, but they remain in a precarious situation as the judiciary has yet to issue the necessary orders for their move.

This troubling state of affairs began earlier this year when authorities intercepted a truck carrying twenty cattle with irregular documentation. The legal proceedings that followed led to the confiscation of these animals, which were then temporarily housed at a local rural facility. However, without an order from the prosecutor, Facundo Sotelo, they are unable to be transported to pastures, leaving them vulnerable to starvation and disease, a scenario that was highlighted by Roldán's urgent remarks about the situation.

The implications of this case extend beyond the immediate welfare of the animals. It raises serious questions about the judicial processes in handling animal welfare and the responsibility of authorities in ensuring the safe relocation of seized livestock. As the deaths of these animals continue to rise due to legal delays, there is growing pressure on the judiciary to act swiftly, not only for the sake of the cattle but also to restore confidence in the enforcement of laws that protect agricultural assets in the region.