A “defenceless” cat has been shot in Stapleford, police have said.
Posting on social media, Salisbury Police launched an appeal to find the culprits of what they have described as an “awful offence”.
Sharing a photograph of the 11-month-old half-Maine Coon, Dougal, with his owner Claire, the caption read: “Sometime between 24th and 26th July, Dougal was sadly shot twice by what is thought to be an air rifle or BB gun in Stapleford, northwest of Salisbury.
“The incident has left Dougal with a bullet lodged just below his spine, which the vet is unable to remove.
“This is an awful offence against a defenceless animal and we are really keen to identify those responsible.”
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Officers have been conducting local enquiries and are keen to hear from anyone who may be able to assist them with their investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact Wiltshire Police by emailing 71526@wiltshire.police.uk and quoting reference number 54260090371.
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