What to Know
- A Long Island man and woman are facing a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge after 31 cats were removed from their home
- The animals were living in deplorable conditions in the Coram, New York, home
- Officials on Saturday moved the animals to an animal shelter with the help of animal rescue groups
Authorities say a Long Island man and woman are facing a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge after 31 cats were removed from their home.
The Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says the animals were living in deplorable conditions in the Coram, New York, home.
The organization says it was filled with debris.
Officials on Saturday moved the animals to an animal shelter with the help of animal rescue groups.
The cats ranged from kittens to adults.
Owners Frank Tramuta, 68, and Marie Rastelli, 59, are expected to appear in court in August, the organization said.
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