During this weekend, a **[greyhound race](https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/nueva-zelanda-prohibira-las-carreras-de-galgos-por-riesgos-a-la-vida-de-los-animales/)** was dismantled in **San Juan**. The activity is prohibited in the province, and as a result, approximately **20 people were arrested**.
It happened in the department of 9 de Julio. Authorities managed to locate the event thanks to a **coordinated police operation** by personnel from the San Juan Police Unit No.1 and No.3 and the 11th Police Station.
Greyhound race dismantled in San Juan: the operation
The race was going to take place in the middle of a field located on **Balboa and Costa Canal street**. When the Police arrived at the area, which was already crowded, a practically massive exodus occurred.
According to local media, the attention of the agents was drawn to the level of organization, both in the setup of the race itself and also the **betting scheme**.
In compliance with the directives of the **Justice of the Peace of 9 de Julio**, **Daniel Galván**, 20 people were arrested, 17 greyhound dogs were seized, and a total of **15 infringement notices** were issued for engaging in an illegal activity.
According to sources close to the case, this is not the first time something similar has happened. On the contrary, it is common in that area for these races to be organized and promoted on social media.
It was not reported whether any money or other effects typical of these animal races were **seized**.
Historical: greyhound races will be banned in Wales
Greyhound races have been banned in different parts of the world, as well as in Argentina. Recently, the news broke that this will soon **[occur in Wales](https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/historico-las-carreras-de-galgos-se-prohibiran-en-gales/)**.
This will make it the first nation in the **United Kingdom** to do so. This decision comes after a petition gathered over **35,000 signatures**. Thus, the number of countries allowing this practice in the world **decreases**.
The dog racing industry is **rife with [animal welfare problems](https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/grave-caso-de-maltrato-animal-en-el-aconcagua-dos-detenidos-y-mas-de-70-mulas-confiscadas/)**, such as deaths, injuries, and doping. For this reason, the news was celebrated by animal protection organizations and the community at large.
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