Putnam SPCA Continues Search for Person Who Shot Cat

The Putnam County SPCA has received calls and e-mails concerning the cat who died last week after a gunshot wound and subsequent paralysis, and officials are hoping the response continues.

The incident occurred Feb. 7 in Putnam Lake. The 7-month-old cat died a few days later, at which time members of the SPCA asked for the public's help in finding the shooter.

Here is an update that comes from the agency's Facebook page:

We thank everyone for their calls and e-mails in regards to the cat shot in Putnam Lake. Over the past week, we have spoken with numerous residents in the vicinity of where the cat was shot. At this time we do not have any new information or arrests to report. We continue to ask the public for assistance with any information of who might have done this cruel act. Calls are confidential. 

Putnam County SPCA 24 Hour Animal Cruelty Hotline:
845-520-6915