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Man threatens to shoot stray cats causing health issues, Sophia WV

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Reported: 11/16/2025 06:01 AM

Sophia, WV

A person reported that stray cats on his property are causing health problems for his son with asthma. He threatened to shoot the cats and requested information about animal control laws.

Audio|Source: Raleigh County Public Safety

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We have a request for a public service only referencing an animal call near Dean Street in Sophia.

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Complainant advised that there are some stray cats that won't leave his property.

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They're urinating on his pellets for his stove and causing issues for his son who has asthma.

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He has threatened to shoot the stray cats.

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He wants a public service just to find out what the laws are for cats and see what options he has.

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I understand what he's saying hopefully animal rescue will come and remove the cats to the shelter be sad to see them shot not their fault they were abandoned but I totally understand the homeowner

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