POLICE are investigating after a cat was apparently killed and set on fire in Falls Park, west Belfast.
Sergeant David McKinley said: “The white cat was discovered at around 10.30 am this morning by a woman walking in the park.
“At this time it appears as though the animal has been killed and then set alight.
“This was a barbaric act.
“I am appealing to local people to assist us in identifying those involved.
“Please call 101, quoting reference 540 16/05/20.”