Warning as cat attacked with catapult

A rescue cat has been left with a shattered nose and a hole in its face after being hit with a catapulted ball bearing.

Mum Jessica Wallis, of Oak Tree Road, South Ashford, wants to share the plight of her cat Trousers to make other owners more vigilant.

The attack has led to debilitating health issues and a hefty vet bill, with very little hope of catching the culprits.

The out-of-hours vet trip, overnight stay and surgery to remove the ball bearing cost the couple £2,000 in vet bills - a sum which she’s not sure will be covered by her insurance.

Miss Wallis said: “He could have lost his life for absolutely no reason, and now we’re thousands of pounds out of pocket and have a cat that - while we’re glad he’s alive and home - is not the same and never will be.”

Any witnesses should call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/28592/21.

Six-year-old Trousers was attacked last week