Crime

Guess What!...3-Month-Old Tiger Cub Seized in South Texas

By Matt Trammell, Apr 26, 2022
 

LAREDO, TX – A tiger cub was seized from a residence in South Texas over the weekend.

According to the Laredo Police Department, on Apr. 22, officers with the LPD and the Laredo Animal Services captured the 3-month-old cub.

"We are happy to announce that this beautiful baby tiger was safely removed by Laredo Animal Care Services from a residence and temporarily transferred to a better habitat," stated the LPD on their Facebook. "We can’t wait to see her play in her future home!"

An NPR article claims that the majority of seized big cats are moved to nature preserves and rehabilitation centers. 

No word yet on whether the owner of the cub will financially recover from this...

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