POLICE are making enquiries after a pet cat was found shot dead in a bush.

A domesticated Norwegian Forest cat was shot in the Howgill area on Sunday, April 17.

It is believed the offender was driving in the area and left their vehicle and shot the cat in a hedge and drove off. This breed of cat is very rare and very easily recognisable.

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Cumbria Police confirmed some form of firearm was used, and the animal was found by its owner.

Anyone with information should call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111. Quote log number 131 of April 19.