Appeal after cat found inside wheelie bin in Balmedie

The cat's cries were heard by a member of the public

A cat has been found abandoned inside a wheelie bin in Aberdeenshire.

The Scottish SPCA said the older white Persian cat was abandoned inside a box in the bin in the cemetery at Belhelvie Church in Balmedie.

A member of the public who was throwing away some flowers heard the cat's cries.

Inspector Fiona McKenzie from the animal charity said the cat had no collar or micro chip and was in "poor health".

The cat is now being cared for by the Scottish SPCA. The charity is appealing for information.