April 7, 2021 2.46 pm
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Owners distraught after cat shot dead with a rifle in Lincolnshire
Kizzy’s body was discovered in a field
An X-ray revealed that Kizzy had two wounds to the chest and a fractured rib and there were also small metal fragments found inside Kizzy’s body. | Photo: RSPCA
A cat was shot with a rifle and was found dead in a field around four miles away from his Lincolnshire home, prompting an investigation by the RSPCA.
The body of Kizzy was found by a litter picker in a field entrance at the junction of Paul’s Lane and Wharf Lane in Tattershall Thorpe on Wednesday, March 24.
The six-year-old cat had been missing from his home since around 8.30pm on Saturday, March 20. His owners said it was very unusual for Kizzy not to come home for the night.
An X-ray later revealed that Kizzy had two wounds to the chest and a fractured rib. Small metal fragments were also found inside Kizzy’s body.
The RSPCA believe the cat was shot with a bullet .22 or larger as it went through the cat’s body.
The body of poor Kizzy was discovered in a field around four miles away from his home. | Photo: RSPCA
The animal welfare charity launched an appeal for information on Wednesday, April 7 and Inspector Kathleen Burris is now investigating.
She said: “We believe poor Kizzy was shot at close range with a rifle in his chest. He would have suffered terribly and his owners are completely distraught by his death.
“His owners had been searching for their missing cat for days, putting up posters and posts on social media, to try and find him.
“The gentleman who found Kizzy’s body had seen the lost and found Facebook post so contacted the cat’s owners straight away. Kizzy’s body was taken to the vet and an X-ray confirmed he had been shot.
“This was a callous and deliberate attack on a much-loved pet, so I am keen to find out if anyone saw or heard anything on the evening of Saturday, March 20. Anyone with information is urged to please contact the inspectorate appeal line on 0300 123 8018.
“It is very distressing to think that people take pleasure in causing such horrific injuries to defenceless animals. This is a deliberate and brutal act of cruelty.”
She added: “These weapons cause horrific pain and suffering and it is illegal. Anyone caught deliberately using a gun to injure an animal can face up to six months in prison and/or an unlimited fine if found guilty under the Animal Welfare Act.”
Another cat also suffered a horrific ordeal in Lincolnshire last month, but vets managed to save Lynx’s life after performing emergency surgery. Lynx had crawled back to his Grimsby home after suffering serious stab wounds, one of which had punctured his liver.
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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision caused serious injuries to a 23-year-old man.
Just before 3.30pm yesterday (2 July), we received reports of a collision on Barholm Road in Tallington. It involved a grey BMW 335D estate, a blue BMW 116D and an orange KTM motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old man, sustained serious injuries during the collision and was taken to hospital.
If you witnessed the incident and are yet to get in touch with us, please do so. If you have any other information or dashcam footage available that may have captured the road along the A1175 at the time of the collision, get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 282 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 282 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
The 2022 Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Excellence Awards are open for applications, and Destination Lincolnshire giving you the rare chance to co-create your application with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran, who has helped hundreds of businesses write winning applications over the last 15 years – including national VisitEngland winners.
The Tourism Awards Masterclass is taking place on Tuesday 12 July at 11am for one-hour online. Laura Freer, Head of Marketing at Destination Lincolnshire said: “This is a golden opportunity, after years of hard work and heartache, to get your business and team recognised and rewarded.
“A well written application is key to achieving a coveted place on this year’s shortlist, and I’d encourage all tourism and visitor economy businesses who are thinking of entering – whether they are seasoned at writing award applications or not – to join us for this exclusive masterclass.
“Nell Barrington has worked with us and VisitEngland on the founding application processes of these awards, and she is perfectly placed to assist in co-creating applications that you can be proud of. This is a great opportunity for business development too – whether you are shortlisted for an award or not – discovering how to effectively apply for awards and talk up your business adds another string to your bow.
“Booking is essential and places are limited to just 35 – so be quick! This year we’ve made our masterclass available to partners and also to those who we are yet to work with for free. Call it an added bonus, after two years away from the awards circuit.
The awards masterclass is focussed on the application process, and it will spell out what the judges are looking for. You’ll learn how to make your application stand out from the local competition, helping your chances of going through to the national VisitEngland Awards in 2023.”
There are fifteen categories open for nominations from visitors attraction, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and many more.
The deadline for nominations is July 29, with online judging starting on July 30 and mystery shopping from August 13. Finalists will be announced on Monday, August 15.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Engine Shed on October 21, and will be hosted by Lincs FM presenter, John Marshall.
The event is organised by Stonebow Media, publishers of The Lincolnite, to celebrate the best businesses in Greater Lincolnshire, alongside headline sponsors Lincoln College and Destination Lincolnshire.
We would also like to thank our other sponsors Visit Lincolnshire, Heart of Lincs, Duncan and Toplis and LNER, insight6 and EV Camel.
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