Investigation ongoing as 3 cats died, 16 found at DeLand motel

Name: Investigation ongoing as 3 cats died, 16 found at DeLand motel
Uploaded: 2026-04-09T23:06:08Z
Duration: 1 min 37 s
Description: Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.

FOX LOCAL Orlando · Apr 9, 2026 · 1m 37s

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Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.