Cat's eye removed after rifle attack
A pellet was found lodged in one of Mitten's eyes during surgery
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A cat has suffered life-changing injuries after being shot with an air rifle.
Gloucestershire Police said the incident happened in Cashes Green, Stroud, at about 16:15 GMT on 9 January.
The pet, called Mittens, underwent emergency surgery and a pellet was found lodged in her right eye. Vets were unable to save the eye, which has now been removed.
Officers have conducted house-to-house enquiries and are urging anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage of the incident to come forward.
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