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North Carolina wildlife officials are investigating a disturbing case of animal cruelty after a video showing an opossum being set on fire began circulating on social media in Charlotte. Officials believe the case could result in felony charges.

"It's under investigation, but this is looking like it's going to be a felony matter of animal cruelty," Kristofer Blankenship, a senior officer with the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission, told WCNC Charlotte.

Multiple agencies have been notified about the video, including Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police and the FBI. The incident has generated significant public outrage, with WCNC Charlotte receiving numerous calls and emails from concerned citizens. In the video, a person is seen pouring a flammable liquid on the animal before setting it on fire.

Wildlife officials explained that animal cruelty laws apply to both domestic and wild animals. Any type of hitting, beating or malicious activity qualifies, even if it's a wild animal, Blankenship said. #News #Crime #AnimalCruelty

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