(Michigan City, IN) - Authorities say pet cats and stray ones, too, are being trapped and poisoned in a Michigan City neighborhood.  It’s been happening in the area of Gardena and Superior streets.

Animal Control Officers believe the cats are being poisoned with antifreeze, which has a sweet taste despite its toxic ingredients.  It’s also suspected that whoever is doing it has a history of such criminal acts.

Animal Control officers are advising that any suspicious activity be reported and for residents in that neighborhood to keep their cats inside for now.