Cat killed and set alight in ‘barbaric act’ in west Belfast

A cat has apparently been killed and set on fire in a horrific incident at Falls Park in west Belfast.

Sergeant David McKinley said: “The white cat was discovered at around 10.30am this morning by a woman walking in the park.

The cat was found by a woman walking in Falls Park in west Belfastplaceholder image
The cat was found by a woman walking in Falls Park in west Belfast

“At this time it appears as though the animal has been killed and then set alight.

“This was a barbaric act and I am appealing to local people to assist us in identifying those involved.

“Please call 101, quoting reference 540 16/05/20.”

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