Heartbroken owner pleads for return of 16-year-old cat stolen by woman in red

A beloved 16-year-old cat, affectionately known as "Quan Jia" and considered the equivalent of a 96-year-old human, has been stolen from a cake shop in Taichung City, Taiwan. The calico cat disappeared from the shop's entrance on the evening of May 26.

Surveillance footage captured a woman wearing a hat and red clothing carrying the cat away. The cat's owner, Mr. Yang, expressed deep distress upon reviewing the footage, confirming his "family member" had been stolen. He made an emotional plea, stating, "If you like him, you can take him home for a couple of days, but please, return my family member to me!"

Police in Daya District are investigating the theft. They have reviewed home surveillance footage showing a stranger carrying the cat and walking away. Authorities are now expanding their review of security cameras in the vicinity of the incident to gather more information and expedite the case.

The incident has caused significant emotional pain to the owner, who views the cat not just as a pet but as a cherished member of his family. The community is also concerned, hoping for the safe return of the elderly feline.

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If you like him, you can take him home for a couple of days, but please, return my family member to me!