Man, a man and a woman who “took selfies” with a cat at a park in west Michigan have been charged with animal cruelty and animal cruelty for failing to properly handle the animal.
According to WXYZ-TV in Detroit, the photo of the cat-and-man hugging, licking and feeding the cat was taken last Thursday, Aug. 15.
The photo was taken by a friend, who posted it on Instagram and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources said the photo was submitted by the couple to show their affection.
A spokesperson for the department said the couple is expected to appear in court next week.