A SCOTTISH animal charity is appealing for witnesses after a blind cat was found in a Cumbernauld bin.

The male feline was handed in to Lawrie Vets in Kenilworth Court after being found inside the bin.

SSPCA staffed named the animal Dusty but he had to be put to sleep due to his condition.

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Scottish SPCA Animal rescue officer Stephanie Kirk said, “We’re keen to determine if the cat was deliberately placed in the bin, or if he fell in.

“Unfortunately we don’t know exactly where he was found so we’re hoping someone saw something suspicious.

“The cat, named Dusty by staff at our centre in Glasgow, was blind and suffered from a neurological condition. "Sadly, Due to his condition the decision was made by a veterinary professional that the kindest thing was to put him to sleep.

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“If this has been done on purpose it is not only an unusually cruel incident but it is also an offence. We now ask that anyone with information to get in touch.”

Anyone with information is being urged to contact the Scottish SPCA animal helpline on 03000 999 999.