HILLSBORO, Ore. (KOIN) — A Hillsboro man was arrested after he reportedly killed his cat overnight Wednesday.
Police responded to 1818 SE Hanover St. after a neighbor called to advise that the resident, Michael Scott Klein, was having a mental crisis and killed his cat during the night.
Klein’s dog was also reportedly dead.
Based on observations made by the officer’s and the caller’s statements, Hillsboro Police obtained a warrant to search the house.
Klein was booked into the Washington County Jail on a civil hold and was also charged with first-degree aggravated animal abuse.
According to family and neighbors, Klein has been experiencing mental health issues recently.
The case is under investigation.
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