St. Louis, MO – The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has launched an animal abuse investigation after a disturbing incident involving several cats allegedly thrown from a vehicle in a city alleyway.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers began investigating after a video surfaced showing a person discarding four cats from a car. Three of the animals have been found and were reportedly declawed, police said in a post Thursday. Authorities are still searching for the fourth cat.
Police said the incident occurred in a residential alleyway and described the footage as “disturbing.” The department has urged the public not to share the full video online due to its graphic nature.
Animal control officials are assisting in the investigation, and police are asking for help identifying the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact detectives at (314) 444-0001 or CrimeStoppers to remain anonymous.
This case has sparked outrage among residents and animal welfare advocates across the St. Louis area, with many calling for stronger penalties for animal cruelty.
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