Warning distressing image: Urgent appeal as Derbyshire family cat dies after suffering 'devastating' suspected snare injuries
Derbyshire police are appealing for information after two family cats were injured by a suspected trap.
Two cats from the same family, Lily and Charlie, suffered devastating injuries believed to have been caused by snares or similar traps in the Shirebrook Estate area of Glossop.
Around August 28, Lily returned home after being out overnight with severe injuries, including the loss of her rear right foot.
Following veterinary examination, it was believed her injuries were consistent with being caught in a snare or similar trapping device.
Tragically, due to the extent of her injuries, Lily had to be put to sleep.
More recently, on September 14, Charlie returned home with significant injuries to one of his paws after also being out overnight.
Veterinary professionals believe his injuries are also consistent with being caught in a snare or similar sort of trap.
Charlie is now recovering at home and faces a long road to recovery.
The family are devastated by what has happened to both pets.
Now Derbyshire Rural Crime Team have launched an appeal asking for the public’s help with their enquiries.
A spokesperson for the force said: “Any information, no matter how small it may seem could assist our enquiries and help prevent further animals from suffering.”
Anyone who has seen someone setting snares or traps in or around the Shirebrook Estate area of Glossop or has seen any suspicious activity, trapping equipment, or locations where snares may have been placed, is asked to contact Derbyshire police quoting the crime reference number 26000552122 using one of the following methods:
Website – use the online contact form; or phone – call 101.
You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.