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Cat shot and kicked in brutal Telford attack

This cat has been seriously injured after being shot with an air gun in Telford.

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Bert, a three-year-old, black and white cat, had been shot and kicked causing extensive bruising.

He had been missing from his home in Hollinswood for three days at the start of June when he returned home with his injuries.

Bert has had surgery to remove a pellet and is now recovering at home, though his veterinary treatment continues.

Bert's owner does not wish to be identified but is keen to help police trace the offender, who has also been reported to the RSPCA.

Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 101 quoting incident 209S of June 8.

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