Miami-Dade resident faces court for alleged cat poison plot
South Florida authorities charged a local resident with animal cruelty after two domestic cats were found dead at a residence on Northeast 119th Avenue in Biscayne Park. Investigations revealed a neighbor had left trays of food mixed with poison along the property fence, leading to the deaths of the cats, identified as Little and Stella. Surveillance footage captured the suspect placing additional trays in the owner’s yard.
The animal owner, who was present during the incident, reported following the suspect to discover his location before contacting police. Law enforcement confirmed the presence of poisoned food and identified the suspect’s actions as cruel and unnecessary.
The suspect, named Chaim Gubitz, is scheduled to face trial on Monday for the animal cruelty charges. The case remains active, with police continuing to investigate the method of poisoning and any potential additional evidence.
Law enforcement statements describe the incident as shockingly violent and emphasize the importance of proper animal care and the legal consequences of such acts. The investigation remains ongoing.