POLICE are appealing for information after a cat lost its eye after being shot with a sling shot in Tadley.

The owner of the cat heard two sounds from a silver 4x4 vehicle which was parked at the end of his driveway in Wolverton Road, Baughurst Common, Tadley at around 7pm on Thursday, April 16.

He then approached the vehicle which drove off and shortly after, he found his cat with injuries to its head.

The cat was taken to the vet for treatment and a large lead shot was removed but the cat ended up losing its eye due to its injuries.

Anyone with any information that could assist is urged to call 101 quoting 44150129772 or to call the Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.