UPDATE: A shocking cat kidnapping incident was captured on surveillance video in West Hollywood, California, igniting immediate concern among local residents. The beloved pet, named Floki, a friendly 6-year-old Tabby cat, was taken by a food delivery driver in broad daylight on Saturday, September 27, near Shoreham Drive, just off Sunset Boulevard.
The harrowing footage shows the driver interacting with Floki before forcibly placing him in the trunk of a Prius and driving away. Community members are rallying to help find Floki, who is microchipped, and are desperate for his safe return.
Despite having the video evidence, neighbors are struggling to identify the delivery driver or the recipient of the food order, as they cannot decipher the license plate from the footage. Authorities have been notified, and a report has been filed with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station.
A $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to Floki’s return. Residents are urged to assist in the search by contacting Emir Uckardes at 310-525-4308 if they recognize the suspect or have any information.
The community’s emotional investment in Floki’s plight is palpable, with neighbors expressing their fears for the cat’s safety and their determination to bring him home. The incident has sparked conversations about pet safety and the responsibility of delivery services in ensuring the wellbeing of animals in residential areas.
As this story develops, authorities and residents continue to seek the public’s help. Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to step forward, as the search for Floki intensifies. Stay tuned for updates on this urgent case.