Woman Arrested for Allegedly ‘Strangling Cat’ in Apartment Lobby: ‘It Was Very, Very Shocking’

Mar. 15, 2025

Vancouver Police share a photo of Apollo the cat, who was sent to the humane society.Photo:Vancouver Police USA/X.com

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A woman in Washington was arrested after police allegedly found her abusing a cat in an apartment complex.

In astatement shared on social mediaon Thursday, Sept. 12, the Vancouver Police Department said the woman had been detained after she was allegedly seen “strangling a cat.”

Detectives said they were eventually able to locate the woman, and they arrested her on charges of animal cruelty.

The cat, whose name is Apollo, is “fortunately okay” and was transported to a local humane society, police said.

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The woman told officers, according to the outlets, that the cat had been her emotional support animal.

“We’re grateful to have the opportunity to provide the care and support this cat needs and deserves,” he continued. “If anyone in our community witnesses a pet being abused or neglected, they should contact their local animal control or protection service.”

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington and the Vancouver Police Department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

source: people.com