BANGOR, Maine — A series of unexplained cat disappearances in Bangor’s Fairmount neighborhood has left local residents in a state of worry and confusion. Over the past two months, at least 16 cats have gone missing without a trace, with no clear explanation for the sudden surge in cases.
Among the missing felines is Frankee Blue Eyes, a beloved pet of Anne Foster. Frankee, known for her affectionate nature, went out one night two weeks ago, as she usually did. However, this time, she didn’t return home.
“She’s so amazing and lovable,” Foster expressed, her voice filled with emotion. “There’s really a hole in my heart without her.”
Another resident, Matt Morgan, has also been affected by this unsettling trend. His cat, Eloise, disappeared a month ago, adding to the growing number of missing pets in the area. Morgan, who has lived in the neighborhood for years, noted that this spike in disappearances is unprecedented.
“There was never this kind of spike in this kind of activity,” Morgan remarked. “The animals that disappeared were either found later, or it just wasn’t at this rate.”
The absence of any remains or signs of the missing cats has left many owners, like Foster, in a state of unresolved grief.
“It’s like you’re in grief, but you can’t really grieve because you don’t know if they’re actually gone,” Foster said.
The unexplained nature of these disappearances has left the community puzzled and anxious. Bangor’s Animal Control Officer, Trisha Bruen, has been leading the investigation into the matter. While she suspects wildlife might be responsible for the disappearances, she hasn’t ruled out other possibilities, such as cats running away or being stolen.
However, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife has expressed doubts that wildlife is the culprit, noting that predators like foxes, coyotes, and fishers have always been present in the area without causing such a significant impact.
“The question is, where’s her collar? Where’s her remains if it was an animal?” Foster asked, reflecting the frustrations and uncertainties shared by many pet owners in the neighborhood.
Despite the lack of concrete evidence, Foster remains hopeful that answers will come soon.
“I’m not gonna give up hope on Frankee, but I’m hoping she comes home soon, and everybody else’s cats,” she said. “They’re amazing, and they’re such an important part of the family.”
As the investigation continues, Bruen advises pet owners to take precautions by keeping their pets indoors at night and supervising them during the day to ensure their safety.
Anyone with information about these disappearances is encouraged to contact Bangor Animal Control by emailing Trisha Bruen at [email protected].
If your cat goes missing, you should reach out to local shelters and animal control for assistance.
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