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Dozens of Cats Suffering in Extreme Heat

19 Sep

Summary

17 cats found dead in dangerously hot business
20 other cats rescued in severe distress
Woman faces dozens of animal cruelty charges

In Walker, Louisiana, authorities arrested Madison Rebecca Colello, 29, following a distressing animal cruelty investigation. Officers discovered a business with 17 cats deceased and 20 others in critical condition, suffering from extreme heat and lack of basic necessities.

Colello surrendered on Thursday and now faces 17 felony and 37 misdemeanor animal cruelty charges. The animals were found confined in temperatures approaching 100°F (37.8°C) without access to food or water. Rescuers provided emergency aid to the surviving cats, with some also suffering from respiratory infections and potential ringworm.

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