FBI warns of crimes by animal rights activists
Date: 11-Apr-03
Country: USA
In its weekly intelligence bulletin, the FBI told law enforcement officials to be alert during the annual World Week for Animals in Laboratories which is scheduled from April 19 to 27.
"In recent years, activities in support of this nationwide event have ranged from peaceful educational events and demonstrations held by animal rights activists to illegal 'direct actions" committed by animal rights extremists," the FBI said.
It said previous crimes have been committed against animal research companies and their employees, including arson and damage to equipment and property at biotechnology facilities.
The FBI also warned of possible attacks against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for extensive animal testing under the Toxic Substances Control Act, and the Huntingdon Life Sciences animal research laboratory.