NORWICH – Casey Ray Wright, 22, of Norwich was arrested at approximately 11:54 p.m. on Feb. 17 by members of the Norwich Police Department for allegedly injuring a cat with a knife.

The cat was treated by a local veterinarian. The cat required several stitches to be administered to the injuries as well as staples; however, police say it’s doing fine and is in no immediate danger or risk.

Wright was charged with overdriving, and torturing and injuring animals. Those charges stem from the Agriculture and Markets law of the State of New York.