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~ UPDATE: February 9, 2022
BBC reports that the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) removed KURT ZOUMA’s both cats.
A spokesperson for the nonprofit said: “The two cats are now in RSPCA care. Our priority is and has always been the wellbeing of these cats. They've been taken for a check-up at a vet and then will remain in our care while the investigation continues.”
The RSPCA is liaising with Essex Police about the incident.
~ Original story:
“This is a very upsetting video. It’s never acceptable to kick, hit or slap an animal, for punishment or otherwise. We are so grateful to people who report suspected animal suffering to us and we would like to reassure people we will always look into and, if necessary, investigate any complaints made to us about animal welfare.”
The statement you just read, was issued by a RSPCA spokesperson after a video surfaced online showing 27-years-old KURT ZOUMA (pictured below), dropping, kicking, and slapping a defenseless cat, while laughter can be heard in the background.
ZOUMA can also be seen chasing the furbaby before throwing a pair of shoes at him/her and slapping his/her tiny head.
ZOUMA, a defender for the English Premier League soccer team West Ham United, has apologized AFTER the sickening video emerged.
He told The Sun: “I want to apologize for my actions. There are no excuses for my behavior, which I sincerely regret. I also want to say how deeply sorry I am to anyone who was upset by the video. I would like to assure everyone that our two cats are perfectly fine and healthy.
They are loved and cherished by our entire family, and this behavior was an isolated incident that will not happen again.”
West Ham United issued the following statement:
“West Ham United unreservedly condemns the actions of our player, Kurt Zouma, in the video that has circulated. We have spoken to Kurt and will be dealing with the matter internally, but we would like to make it clear that we in no way condone cruelty towards animals.”
I truly hope that the RSPCA will remove both cats from this abusive environment!!!
Voice For Us note:
To say that I am outraged over this, would be an understatement. I feel compelled to express what I feel.
Those of you who have watched the UEFA EURO 2020 tournament during summer 2021, know that many teams kneeled before the beginning of each game in favor of the Black Lives Matter movement. I know this because I have not missed a single game!
I want to ask KURT ZOUMA:
Why should your life matter to me if the life of your cat does not matter to you?
Why did you even get a cat?
Finally, I want to tell him, you apologized for your vile actions (which I don’t believe for a second), prove it. Propose that UEFA makes a strong gesture against animal cruelty, for example during competitions teams should kneel to show their solidarity against animal cruelty.
ANIMALS’ LIVES MATTER TOO!!!
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UPDATE!!!
These two precious souls have been removed & this human POS has been fined 250,000 euros!! I pray now his future is plagued with unemployment & shaming!
Just look at him. Another mutant. I haven't seen one of these abusers, yet, that even appears half way human. Along with jail time, he should be fired for being a mental nut case and not allowed to play, anymore. Also, put these people on offender lists just like sexual offenders. Not allowed to have or be near animals. Hope these precious kitties can find safe and happy homes and live the best life they deserve.
No excuse for this abhorrent behavior! Apology not sincere therefore not accepted. This putz enjoyed himself way too much treating this precious cat like a soccer ball! I pray these two kitties & any other animals in his possession are removed. Such a pathetic excuse for a human being. PLEASE GET BETTER KITTIES!