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Missing Cat Francine Returns, Gains Citywide Fame
10/15/2025
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Story summary
- Francine, a stray cat at a Virginia Lowe’s store, disappeared for 17 days and sparked a viral Instagram page.
- Security footage shows she wandered into a delivery truck bound for a distribution center in North Carolina.
- She entered a humane trap, leading to her safe retrieval.
- Upon her return, Francine received recognition from Richmond's mayor.
- She now wears a harness and tracking tag to prevent future incidents.
