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Big Cat Spotted Prowling in Woodland
By Andy Walker
The Northern Echo: 2nd July 2008
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RSPCA inspectors are investigating reports of a big cat sighting.
Pamela Cromar, of Richmond, in North Yorkshire, spotted the cat from
her home, in the town's Reeth Road, last week.
Mrs Cromar said the creature was stalking prey in woodland.
She said: "It was too big to be a domestic cat or dog. My friend and I
saw it across the river from us, it was going after a deer.
"I did not feel in any danger, as it was quite a distance away from
us, and it seemed intent on catching its prey.
"I wanted to get indoors fairly quickly after I saw it, though."
Mrs Cromar said she had reported the creature to the RSPCA and the police.
The creature is described as having black fur, and a long tail, about
20in.
An RSPCA spokeswoman said sightings could be reported to the
organisation's 24-hour advice line, on 0300-123-4999.
Do you have any information on the above reports. Were you the person
involved, or are you aware of any more sightings in this area. We would appreciate any information that you could
give us.
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