Vietnam police save hundreds of cats

Police in Ho Chi Minh City seized over 400 cats in a major raid against a cat meat trafficking ring. The operation uncovered cages with live cats and containers holding dead cats, leading to the rescue of more than 40 cats reunited with owners and several dozen dying due to harsh conditions. Nine individuals were detained, admitting to trapping and trafficking cats across southern Vietnam over three years. This crackdown highlights the ongoing scale of Vietnam’s cat meat trade, despite some efforts to curb consumption through local initiatives.

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