The action is impressive. Some 61 birds were caught during a cockfight in Araquari, north of Santa Catarina, this Saturday (9). The PMA (Military Environmental Police) made the arrest following a complaint.

The garrison of the Araquari radio patrol took part in the action. The animals were being scuffled in the Porto Grande area when agents found them. About seven animals were injured.

According to PIA, about 40 people took part in the fight. According to the police, “administrative and criminal procedures were carried out to the detriment of the defendants.”

A man watching the fight even wore a T-shirt that said, “Banned or not, it’s my passion,” promoting the practice.

Watch footage of cockfights in Araquari.

The man watching the fight was wearing a T-shirt promoting the practice – PMA/Reproduction/ND

Injured animals were found at the scene – PMA/Reproduction/ND

Joint action puts an end to cockfighting – PMA/Reproduction/ND

Injured animals were found at the scene – PMA/Reproduction/ND

A kind of “arena” was set up for the battle – PMA/Reproduction/ND.

Injured animals were found at the scene – PMA/Reproduction/ND