Ventura County Sheriff's Department

Location: El Rio, area around the 400 block of Will Ave
Date & Time/ RB#: 12-16-09 / 09-30823
Unit Responsible: Headquarters Detectives

Victim:
Judith Johnson

On 12-16-09, the victim noticed that her cat, Squeekers, had been shot in the leg. Due to the extensive damage caused by the shot, Squeekers’ leg had to be amputated. Not only has this incident caused extreme grief to the family, but it has resulted in expensive veterinary bills as well. Squeekers is a domestic, short hair Tabby that was rescued by its current owners as a kitten, and has been a loving member of their family ever since.

Anyone having information regarding the subject who shot the cat is urged to call either the investigating detective or Crime Stoppers.

Contact: Detective Christine Rettura (805) 662-6770

Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800 222-TIPS (8477).