Judge sentences Meridian man who pleaded guilty to killing, abusing cats

A Meridian man who admitted to abusing and killing multiple cats was sentenced Tuesday in Ada County, ending a case that drew widespread attention from animal advocates across the Treasure Valley.

Thirty-one-year-old Ethan Ramsey appeared in court Tuesday for sentencing after previously pleading guilty to three misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.

During the hearing, prosecutors outlined evidence connected to the abuse and deaths of multiple cats. Ramsey admitted to killing one cat by strangulation after bringing it into his home. The case also involved two kittens that prosecutors said were placed inside a mini refrigerator…

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