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Man Arrested for Alleged Cat Killing, Halloween Sacrifice

10/31/2025

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David Mosley, 26, was arrested by the New York City Police Department on aggravated cruelty to animals for allegedly killing a cat and planning a Halloween sacrifice.
An Instagram post claimed the killing and sparked social media outrage, while Mosley denies the allegations, saying the post was a hoax for a horror project.
The New York City Police Department says the investigation is ongoing.

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David Mosley, 26, was arrested by the New York City Police Department on aggravated cruelty to animals for allegedly killing a cat and planning a Halloween sacrifice.
An Instagram post claimed the killing and sparked social media outrage, while Mosley denies the allegations, saying the post was a hoax for a horror project.
The New York City Police Department says the investigation is ongoing.