In a recent government meeting, residents voiced their concerns over a series of alarming incidents involving two dogs that have been terrorizing local wildlife and pets. The meeting highlighted a particularly gruesome event that occurred on August 24th, where the dogs were captured on a door camera killing an opossum and later attacking a neighborhood cat named Felix.

The witness, who shared their experience, described how the dogs were seen on camera approaching their backyard, where they found the opossum feeding on cat food. Within seconds, the opossum was killed, and the dogs later moved on to attack Felix, who was found deceased just feet from his resting spot. The witness expressed regret for not reporting the initial incident to the authorities, emphasizing that even the life of an opossum matters.

Following the tragic events, the witness contacted the police to report Felix's death, leading to an investigation. Officer Fabiani responded to the scene, documenting the incidents with photographs. The witness also noted that other pets in the area had fallen victim to similar attacks, raising concerns about the safety of local animals.

Another resident, Dewan Johnson, addressed the need for improved pedestrian safety in the area, specifically requesting a crosswalk between KeyBank and TAPS on West Genesee Street. Johnson highlighted the difficulties residents face when crossing the busy street and proposed the installation of neon signs to enhance visibility for pedestrians.

Sue Davis, a resident from Sherman Street, echoed the concerns about the roaming dogs, mentioning that several cats have been killed in the neighborhood this summer. She urged the city to take action to address the issue, emphasizing that it affects the entire community.

The meeting underscored the urgent need for responsible pet ownership and community safety measures to protect both wildlife and domestic animals from similar incidents in the future.