The reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a tall white man who stomped a cat to death on Main Street, Batavia, Dec. 3 has been increased to $1,250.
Volunteers for Animals announced the new reward amount this morning.
According to a witness, the man was walking a large, dark brown German shepherd near the Raceway Minimarket in the 600 block of East Main Street at the time of the incident. It was about 6:30 p.m.
The cat suffered numerous injuries, including a broken spine and crushed skull from being stomped, and wounds from the dog.
The initial reward was $500, then a donation boosted it to $750.
Batavia Police encourage anyone with information to call their confidential tipline at 345-6370.
