100 Dead Cats Found in Home of Japanese Animal Welfare Worker

Hundreds of Dead Cats Found in Japanese Home: Animal Welfare Group Apologizes Kumamoto, Japan – In a shocking discovery, approximately 100 dead cats were found inside a home belonging to a staff member of the Animal Assist Senju animal welfare group in Kumamoto, Japan. The discovery was made on June 4th, 2025, prompting immediate action from local authorities and animal rights volunteers. The Animal Assist Senju group issued a public statement expressing deep regret and acknowledging the severity of the situation. "I am terribly sorry," stated Yuki Miyata, a representative from the organization, in an online statement. "All members of this council are taking it very seriously." The house was described as extremely cluttered, with numerous cats living in unsanitary conditions. Twelve cats were rescued alive from the premises. Authorities are currently investigating to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths and whether any legal action will be taken against the staff member involved. The incident has sparked outrage and concern among animal welfare advocates in Japan. The organization is cooperating fully with the investigation.