Animal cruelty in Kamp-Bornhofen: cat shot at with an air rifle!

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A cat was injured with an air rifle in the Rhein-Lahn district. Police are investigating, connection to prepared bait is unclear.

Im Rhein-Lahn-Kreis wurde eine Katze mit einem Luftgewehr verletzt. Polizei ermittelt, Zusammenhang zu präparierten Ködern unklar.
A cat was injured with an air rifle in the Rhein-Lahn district. Police are investigating, connection to prepared bait is unclear.

Animal cruelty in Kamp-Bornhofen: cat shot at with an air rifle!

In the tranquil community of Kamp-Bornhofen in the Rhein-Lahn district, an incident is causing a sad stir. On October 21, 2025, a cat was injured by a shot from an air rifle. During a veterinary procedure it became clear that the cat had suffered a flesh wound, but had not suffered any internal injuries and has now been stabilized. The local Montabaur police department immediately began an investigation after the public provided information about the incident.

After a determined investigation, the police carried out a house search, during which not only the murder weapon but also ammunition were seized. This confirmed the initial report from news.de. The 29-year-old suspect confessed to the crime during his interrogation and agreed to cover the costs of veterinary treatment for the injured cat.

Additional animal cruelty activities detected

However, the matter becomes even more exciting: As the investigation into the air rifle attack progresses, another disturbing incident has been discovered on the banks of the Rhine and in the area of ​​the local cemetery. Walkers found prepared pieces of meat with small fishing hooks attached to them. Police have taken security measures and seized the suspicious baits for forensic examination. The reporting from news-stadt.de points out that it is currently unclear whether there is a connection between the air rifle attack and the prepared bait.

The police are asking the public for help and are warning pet owners to keep a close eye on their pets while walking. The residents' concerns are understandable; Such incidents not only cast a shadow on the safety of our beloved four-legged friends, but also put a strain on trust in the neighborhood.

A call for vigilance

In view of the current incidents, we ask that you immediately report any suspicious behavior to the St. Goarshausen police station. Such acts must be investigated so that we can work together to ensure the safety of our animals and harmonious coexistence in Kamp-Bornhofen. In conclusion, the village community keeps an eye on each other - this makes life here a little safer.