Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, September 22, 2026 —

ANGELS CAMP, CA – Authorities in Angels Camp, Calaveras County, recently made a surprising discovery during a vehicle search: a stolen car found to be carrying thirteen cats.

The Angels Camp Police Department conducted a search that led to the location of the stolen vehicle. Details regarding the specific date and time of the discovery, the circumstances leading to the search, or the condition of the vehicle and the felines were not immediately available.

During the search, officers found the vehicle had been reported stolen. The initial report did not specify the make, model, or license plate number of the stolen vehicle. The residence or location where the search took place was also not provided in the information released.

The presence of thirteen cats within the stolen vehicle added a peculiar dimension to the law enforcement operation. The report did not elaborate on how the cats were housed within the vehicle, their individual conditions, or whether they were found to be distressed. Furthermore, information regarding the ownership of the cats, or if they were pets, strays, or involved in any illicit activity, was not disclosed.

Authorities confirmed that the vehicle was indeed stolen. The subsequent steps taken by the police department, such as the recovery of the vehicle, the processing of the scene, and any actions taken concerning the cats, have not yet been detailed. The identity of the suspect or suspects involved in the theft of the vehicle was also not provided. Investigations into the theft and the circumstances surrounding the cats’ presence in the vehicle are reportedly ongoing, according to departmental statements. The fine amounts for the vehicle theft or any other related violations were not specified.



Story summarized from the original created by Katie Chavez on fox40.com, see more information here.

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