'Mysterious' Box Was Shaking and That Was When a Woman Decided to Unseal it

Eleven Cats Found Sealed in Boxes Rescued Just in Time

It is heartbreaking to imagine the cruelty that some animals endure at the hands of humans, and this story from the Celia Hammond Animal Trust (CHAT) is one of the most disturbing examples. Yet, it also reminds us how compassion and quick action can turn tragedy into survival.

One quiet evening, a woman walking through a dark alley heard faint cries. At first, she thought it might be nothing more than a stray in the distance, but the meows grew louder, desperate, and filled with fear. Following the sound, she discovered a horrifying sight: several cardboard boxes stacked together, sealed tightly with layers of tape. Something inside was alive, struggling to get out. Her heart sank when she realized what had been done. Someone had tra