The RSPCA is warning pet owners to be vigilant after a spate of horrific attacks on cats across the region.
The pets have been tortured, skinned, had all or part of their tales chopped off and some have been killed following the sickeningly cruel attacks.
Animals in Tameside, Glossop and Oldham have fallen victim, some having their backs and necks broken.
It is not known if the same person is responsible or if news of the attacks has spawned other copycat incidents.
A spokesperson for the RSPCA said: “We do not want to alarm people, but owners should be vigilant.”
Full story in this week’s Tameside Reporter and Glossop Chronicle.