(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is investigating an incident after being called to a Queensway West, Simcoe, Norfolk County address.
On Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at approximately 4:02 p.m., police were contacted by a concerned motorist reporting an animal complaint.
Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that a vehicle was travelling westbound on Queensway West between Elizabeth Road and North Main Street when a kitten was thrown from the vehicle. The vehicle then travelled southbound on Queen Street.
The concerned motorist stopped and located a kitten. The animal was immediately taken to a local veterinarian and it was determined the kitten was approximately 6 to 8 weeks old and had suffered injuries as result of this particular incident. The animal has since been taken home by the motorist that stopped and helped.
The vehicle involved has been described as an older model green car. The licence plate number was obtained and police will be following up with the owner of the vehicle.
Police are continuing to investigate and is seeking the public's assistance with this investigation. If anyone has any information they are being asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.
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