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News Release
Deputies Need Public's Help in Animal Cruelty Investigation - 05/27/18

May 27, 2018 – Deputies need the public’s help as they investigate an animal cruelty case where a cat was intentionally killed and dismembered.

On Sunday, May 28, 2018 at 12:32 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 2900 block of NW 178th Avenue in the community of Rock Creek on an animal abuse complaint.

A citizen reported finding a decapitated and dismembered cat in his front yard. The investigation revealed that a domestic cat was intentionally killed and dismembered. Deputies were able to rule out another animal predator. The owner of the cat was identified and notified.

There are no photos to release.

At this time, there is no suspect information. If you have any information about this case, please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 503-629-0111.

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The cat’s owner is willing to speak with members of the media. Interested outlets should call the PIO number for his contact information.

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