The SPCA is seeking help from the public as it investigates a "shocking case of cruelty" against a cat in Christchurch.
Thomas was found tied in a wool sack in the Port Hills this morning, after being allegedly stolen from his family home.
The SPCA believes he was thrown off the cliff into the bushes.
"A group of people were on the Thompsons Track walk when they heard meows coming from a large wool sack that was tied closed. It appears the cat was tossed off Summit Rd and tumbled down between trees, landing above the walking track where he was found," the SPCA said in a release.