Suspect At Large After Shooting Cat In Putnam

Authorities in the Hudson Valley are offering a $500 reward for any information that could help lead to the arrest of a suspect who shot an owned cat with a metal projectile.

Kiwi was shot with a metal projectile that ended up in his ventral abdominal muscle wall, as seen in the above X-rays. — Kiwi was shot with a metal projectile that ended up in his ventral abdominal muscle wall, as seen in the above X-rays.
Photo Credit: *Putnam County SPCA*

Ben Crnic

09/05/2024 4:45 p.m.

New, updated report - New Update: Reward Increased For Suspect Who Shot Cat In Patterson

The incident happened in Putnam County around the time of Tuesday, Aug. 20, when a 3-year-old neutered male orange tabby cat named Kiwi was shot with what is believed to be an airgun pellet, the Putnam County SPCA announced on Thursday, Sept. 5.

The cat, owned by a resident of Bullet Hole Road in Patterson, was then examined by South Putnam Animal Hospital and had X-rays taken. Veterinarians discovered that the projectile had lodged itself in Kiwi's ventral abdominal muscle wall, where it still remains.

Kiwi will likely have to undergo surgery to get the projectile removed, according to the SPCA.

Whoever shot Kiwi has still not been apprehended. His owner is now offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect, the SPCA said.

Anyone with information can call the SPCA at 845-520-6915. All tips can remain confidential.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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