A shocking discovery has rocked a peaceful neighbourhood on Axminster Crescent. Just after 8am on Saturday, February 7, a male cat was found outside a home, suffering appalling injuries that have stunned local residents and animal lovers alike.
Brutal Injuries Spark Fears of Deliberate Attack
The RSPCA revealed the cat endured horrendous trauma. His jaw was broken, his face badly damaged, his tail completely removed, and his organs pulled through the wound. Even more gruesome, his rear claws were damaged, and both eyes were gouged out.
“This was a very upsetting discovery for the residents and extremely distressing for everyone involved – this poor cat was completely mutilated,” said RSPCA inspector Clive Hopwood.
“We’re keeping an open mind about how the cat sustained these injuries. While some could have come from a road traffic collision, the location and nature of the body raise serious concerns.”
“There is a real worry that the most horrifying injuries, like the gouged-out eyes, may have been deliberate. Whether these happened before or after death, this poor cat suffered horribly.”
Call for Witnesses and CCTV Footage
The cat’s body wasn’t there at 6am but appeared by 8am, suggesting it was dumped early that morning. The animal was neutered and microchipped, but the registered phone number is no longer in use.
Inspector Hopwood urged the public for help:
- “If anyone has CCTV, dashcam, doorbell or any footage from Axminster Crescent between 6am and 8am on February 7, please come forward.”
- “We want to hear about any suspicious vehicles or people in that area during this narrow window.”
- “Even the smallest clue could be crucial to this investigation.”
Report Information to RSPCA or Police
Anyone with information should contact the RSPCA appeals line at 0300 123 8018, quoting incident number 1735662.
Kent Police are also investigating under crime reference number 11-0733.
