Man wanted for allegedly luring cat and then killing it in Philadelphia

Friday, September 20, 2024
Philadelphia police searching for alleged cat killer
Man wanted for allegedly luring cat and then killing it in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are asking for your help identifying the man accused of killing a cat.

Investigators believe he is responsible for luring the animal into a trap and then setting it on fire.

It happened on September 11 along the 1000 block of Ritner Street in South Philadelphia.

The suspect is described as a man with a medium build, long dark hair. He was last seen wearing a dark jacket, denim shorts, and carrying a drawstring bag.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 215-686-TIPS.