Reward Offered In Wynne, Ark. Kitten Burning Case

August 21, 2008

The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for setting a kitten on fire in Wynne, Ark. 

The Case:

Wynne Police Department investigators give the following account: On Aug. 14, officers responding to a citizen complaint found a female kitten with singed hair over two-thirds of her body. The kitten, who is about 4 months old, survived the apparent attack, but also sustained severe burns on her head, tail and genital area. A local veterinarian treated her. 

Animal Cruelty:

Getting the serious attention of law enforcement, prosecutors and the community in cases involving allegations of cruelty to animals is an essential step in protecting the community. The connection between animal cruelty and human violence is well documented. Studies show a correlation between animal cruelty and all manner of other crimes, from narcotics and firearms violations to battery and sexual assault. 

“Those who abuse animals can be dangerous to people,” said Desiree Bender, The HSUS’s Arkansas state director. “Americans have no tolerance for violence against the creatures who share our world.” 

The Investigators:

The Wynne Police Department is investigating. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call 870-238-8718. 

Resources:

The HSUS Animal Cruelty Campaign raises public awareness and educates communities about the connection between animal cruelty and human violence while providing a variety of resources to law enforcement agencies, social work professionals, educators, legislators and families. The HSUS offers rewards in animal cruelty cases across the country and works to strengthen laws against animal cruelty. Visit: humanesociety.org/cruelty. 

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The Humane Society of the United States is the nation’s largest animal protection organization — backed by 10.5 million Americans, or one of every 30. For more than a half-century, The HSUS has been fighting for the protection of all animals through advocacy, education and hands-on programs. Celebrating animals and confronting cruelty — On the web at humanesociety.org.