Firefighters aren’t the only heroes rescuing kittens.
On Thursday, X’s video of a New York City police officer’s successful rescue of a black-and-white tuxedo kitten from under the wheel of a parked car has been viewed more than 20,000 times.
“Officers were returning to their parked vehicle in the area of Gates Street and Irving Street when an individual approached them,” the NYPD told Fox News Digital.
“The individual stated that the kitten ran away from him and went under a parked car. Lt. Herbert Johnston went under the car, retrieved the kitten, and returned it to its owner.”
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Lt. Johnston, who has been with the NYPD for more than 30 years, rescued a tuxedo kitten from the undercarriage of a car in a video posted to X on Thursday afternoon. (X @NYPD83Pct)
According to research from Indiana University, approximately 5.4 million cats are hit by cars each year, and 97% of them die from their injuries. We recommend using a crate or carrier to keep your furry friend safe on the road.
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Lt. Johnston of the NYPD’s 83rd Precinct has been with the force for 31 years and is assigned to day patrols.
