Ottawa Humane Society Offers Cash Reward to Bring West End Cat Killer to Justice

June 16, 2021 — The Ottawa Humane Society is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the person responsible for killing four cats in Ottawa’s west end.

Anyone with information about these incidents should contact Ottawa Police West Criminal Investigations Section at 613-236-1222 ext. 2666.

“The OHS is very concerned about these killings,” said Bruce Roney, OHS President & CEO. “We want to see the perpetrator apprehended as soon as possible to ensure the safety of our community and its animals.”

The OHS warns that the west end cat killer is not only a danger to Ottawa’s animals, but also to the community. Evidence shows that violence against people and violence against animals are not distinct or separate problems and are often part of a larger pattern of violence.

“This is clearly the work of someone who is deeply disturbed,” said Roney. “Their arrest is both important for the community, but also to ensure they receive the professional help they may need.”

For your pet’s safety, the OHS always recommends keeping cats indoors, and stresses the importance of this while an animal killer runs at large.

To report an animal in distress or an emergency situation, call 9-1-1. To report concerns about animal cruelty or neglect, call 1-833-9ANIMAL.

Media Contact
Ottawa Humane Society
Stephen Smith, Acting Manager: Communications
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