The Minister of the Environment, about the case of the child killed by dogs in Vrancea: "Local authorities must ensure the safety of citizens. Mayors have all the necessary powers and obligations to intervene in this case."

Following the tragedy in which a three-year-old child was killed by stray dogs in Mărășești, the Minister of the Environment, Diana Buzoianu, emphasizes the responsibility of local authorities to ensure the safety of citizens. She states that the legislation for managing animals in urban areas is already in force and must be applied. Mayor Adrian Toderasc acknowledges the seriousness of the stray dog problem, mentioning that 67 dogs have recently been collected, but the municipality has had a period without a contract with a specialized firm to address this situation.