Scottish SPCA are appealing for information after a cat was found abandoned in a carrier in the park area near Coatbridge Police Station on Saturday 8 February.
A further two cats were also found on Monday 10 February, at Hattonrigg Road in Bellshill inside a Morrison’s freezer bag – one was dead.
A member of the public was walking past when they saw the bag. They took the cats to a nearby vets in Coatbridge.
A Scottish SPCA Inspector, said: “We were called to the Police Station at Coatbridge after officers found a cat abandoned across the road from the station.
“The male tabby and white cat was in good body condition and was found within a black cat carrier. He is not microchipped.
“The cat is now receiving care and attention from our staff at one of our animal rescue and rehoming centres.
“Two tabby and white cats were found in a Morrison’s freezer bag in Bellshill. One had sadly died and the other requires veterinary treatment.
“Both are in thin body conditions.
“We would urge anyone unable to care for their pets to contact our confidential animal helpline for support and advice.
“If anyone recognises any of these cats, or has any information surrounding their circumstances, they should call our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
