Cat killed in suspected catapult attack

The animal was found with a wound in its side

Author: Jason BeckPublished 10th May 2024

An investigation is underway into the killing of a cat in Salisbury with what is thought to have been a catapult.

The animal's body was discovered near Bemerton Heath Harlequins in Western Way on Wednesday evening.

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: "The incident is thought to have occurred sometime between 7.00pm on 7 May and 4.00pm on 8 May near to the location where the cat was found.

"Our enquiries into the incident are ongoing."

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