On January 28, 2025 the Thomasville Police Department became familiar with a report that cats were being shot in the downtown area.  This false information was posted on social media platforms from various individuals, reported that the cat was shot by a person, and there was an armed and dangerous person going around shooting innocent animals.  This misinformation spread and caused an unwarranted safety concern of someone roaming the streets of Thomasville while armed with a firearm.  IT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED THAT THERE IS NOT ANY ARMED AND DANGEROUS PERSON(S) KILLING ANIMALS.

The Thomasville Police Dept. has access to gunshot detection devices (FLOCK) and there was no reported gunfire in the area.  Additionally, crime scene photos, and a necropsy exam corroborates that the cause of death was most likely a result of an animal attack.  Finally, video surveillance footage obtained in the investigation showed that "Tangerine," tragically lost his life by a pack of three (3) dogs that attacked him.

The results of this investigation was passed on to the appropriate agencies concerning the animals that were allowed to roam free by whoever owns them.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Thomasville Police Department.