At round 10am on Sunday, Lewis, a one-and-a-half-year-old gray and white cat was in Orford Park when it was set upon by six lurcher dogs – all of which have been off their leads.
A member of the general public witnessed the savage attack, managed to choose the cat up, whereas it was barely alive and whereas the dogs have been nonetheless attempting to attack it, and introduced it to Warrington Animal Welfare on Slutchers Lane close to the city centre.
Sadly nevertheless, Lewis couldn’t be saved, together with his household not being current throughout the incident and heartbreakingly discovering out what had occurred after seeing a put up on Facebook.
His proprietor, Megan Walker, mentioned: “I’m distraught. It is like I’ve misplaced part of me or a member of the family. He was such a personality and would continually meow after I was ever late with breakfast or dinner.
“He was at all times there after I wanted him. He will likely be sorely missed, particularly by his brothers.
“I’m disgusted that this occurred and I would like the proprietor of the dogs that did it to really feel the ache my cat went by means of.
“I bet then they would not justify their dogs doing it. I am hoping he is brought to justice.”
Lewis the cat sadly died following the horrific attack in Orford Park
An enchantment was additionally put out by Warrington Animal Welfare, which mentioned: “We instantly took the cat to Beech House Vets, however sadly he handed away on the way in which.
“He was not chipped, however thankfully the house owners of the cat have been discovered and understandably are deeply traumatised with what has occurred to their much-loved pet.
“We are interesting for info as this will likely be reported to the police. Do you recognize a person who recurrently walks six lurchers on Orford Park, typically with a lady?
“If anybody is aware of who this might be, please might you ship any info, which will likely be handled with the strictest confidence, to us as quickly as potential.
“We hope the culprit of this appalling crime will be dealt with. Please be vigilant with your cats who venture into the park, as we are extremely concerned that this could happen again.”
Cheshire Police has confirmed it’s investigating, with a spokesman stating: “At round 12.20pm on Monday, October 30, police acquired studies {that a} cat had been attacked by plenty of dogs in a canine space at a park in Hallfields Lane, Warrington.
“The incident is reported to have taken place yesterday and it’s believed the dogs had killed the cat.
“Officers are speaking to all of the parties involved and enquiries are ongoing.”
