PETITION TO PROSECUTE ALLEGED SERIAL CAT KILLER IN SAN PEDRO, CA

To: Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, LAPD Harbor Division, and Los Angeles Animal Services

We, the undersigned residents of San Pedro, California, and concerned citizens from surrounding communities, urgently call on law enforcement and prosecutorial bodies to take immediate legal action against the individual alleged to be intentionally killing cats in our neighborhood, reportedly as part of a so-called “demonic ritual.” These actions represent not only a clear violation of our community’s standards but also of multiple local, state, and federal laws.

We demand that authorities:
 • Open a criminal investigation into the individual’s activities.
 • Collect and examine all available evidence, including forensic, testimonial, and video surveillance.
 • Prosecute the individual to the fullest extent of the law.

The following laws may have been violated:

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Local Laws – Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC):
 • LAMC § 53.67 – Animal Sacrifice
Prohibits the killing of animals for ritualistic or sacrificial purposes within city limits.
Potential misdemeanor charge.
 • LAMC § 53.06 – Animals At Large
Mandates responsible ownership; allowing harm to stray or outdoor cats may fall under negligent or malicious behavior, especially if the perpetrator is luring or targeting them.

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California State Laws:
 • Penal Code § 597(a) – Felony Animal Cruelty
Prohibits maliciously and intentionally maiming, mutilating, torturing, or killing an animal.
Punishable by up to 3 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine.
 • Penal Code § 597(b) – Neglect or Abuse
Covers other forms of cruelty such as tormenting or depriving animals of shelter, sustenance, etc.
 • Penal Code § 626.9 – Use of a Deadly Weapon (Crossbow)
Possessing or discharging a weapon like a crossbow in a populated area may trigger additional weapons charges.

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Federal Law:
 • Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act – 18 U.S.C. § 48
Prohibits intentional acts of cruelty that result in serious harm or death to animals when occurring in interstate or federal jurisdiction, or if video recording/distribution is involved.
Violators can face up to 7 years in federal prison.

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We, the undersigned, request the following:
 • That local authorities pursue charges based on violations of LAMC codes § 53.67 and § 53.06.
 • That state officials consider felony charges under California Penal Code § 597 and related statutes.
 • That federal authorities assess applicability of the PACT Act based on the nature and scope of the crimes.
 • That Animal Services and LAPD collaborate in ongoing surveillance, community outreach, and prosecution.

We believe in the protection of all life in our community and will not tolerate cruelty toward animals. Taking action now will not only deliver justice but also prevent further violence in our neighborhoods.

Sincerely,

Polly Hernandez 
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