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The Mugshot Of This ‘Criminal’ Cat Might Be The Funniest Thing You’ll See Today
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The Mugshot Of This ‘Criminal’ Cat Might Be The Funniest Thing You’ll See Today

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One American Shorthair cat in Bangkok recently made headlines after being comically “arrested” by police officers during her rescue, complete with a mugshot and even paw prints for the record. A simple rescue quickly took a hilarious turn and ended up going viral online.

Named Nub Tang (“counting money” in Thai), the feisty feline bit and scratched several officers upon entering the station, which led to a humorous Facebook post from Officer Da Parinda Pakeesuk about pressing legal charges… on a cat.

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    Meet the mysterious cat who wandered into a Bangkok neighborhood wearing a pink harness and ended up at the police station

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    A kind stranger brought her to Officer Da Parinda Pakeesuk, hoping the police could help track down her owner

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    “A kind person brought the cat to me while I was on duty. They didn’t give any details, just said the cat seemed lost and asked if I could help find the owner. I felt a bit confused. What should I do? So I decided to post her photos on a few Facebook groups and my own page,” Da Parinda Pakeesuk shared with Bored Panda.

    But before the cat could enjoy her new temporary home, she went full drama queen, biting and scratching the officers who were trying to help

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    Her attitude earned her a mugshot

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    The now-infamous photo, complete with paw prints, was uploaded… and the internet exploded

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    “I didn’t really think about it at first. I just wanted the cat to be reunited with its family. I just posted it on my Facebook. It wasn’t that hard. But then a day later, I opened my Facebook and I was shocked by what had happened. So many people shared the post.”

    The Officer woke up to hundreds of messages. Some wanted to adopt her, others just wanted to know more about the “criminal cat”

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    Officer Da Parinda Pakeesuk revealed to Bored Panda that he was shocked by how many people shared and showed interest in the post. “I’m very grateful to everyone. Many wanted to adopt the cat, probably because she’s cute and of a good breed. But I told them there are many stray cats on the streets too. If you’re a true cat lover, consider adopting one of those — they’re just as lovable. This cat, however, should go back to her rightful owner. She must miss her owner very much, and the owner must miss her too. So, I started sorting through the many messages to find the real owner.”

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    In the middle of the chaos, someone reached out with a perfect description — every tiny flaw matched

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    “Finding the real owner wasn’t too difficult. I had them tell me the story and describe the cat’s unique features, since every cat has different ones. I also showed them the photos they provided, along with the location where their cat went missing.”

    Reunited at last, the cat went home to her real family after spending one unforgettable night in police custody

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    Turns out, not all criminals wear stripes; some just need a nap, a snack, and a little help finding their way home

    Image credits: Da Parinda Pakeesuk

    And of course, the internet had thoughts about Bangkok’s tiniest “criminal”

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    Hidrėlėy

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    I am a Brazilian digital artist who loves transforming imagination into hyper-real visuals. I work with artificial intelligence and image editing to create what I always wondered as a child: how would our favorite characters look in real life? Over time, many of my artworks have gone viral and were featured in international publications. I have recreated realistic versions of cartoon characters such as Disney and The Simpsons, imagined how celebrities who died young would look today, and even gave modern faces to historical figures like Mona Lisa or Shakespeare. Beyond entertainment, I created Para Não Esquecer, a social project that revisits memorable criminal cases in Brazil. My goal is to honor victims, keep memory alive and remind society that justice and empathy matter. I also write for Bored Panda, where I create articles featuring artists, photographers, rescue stories and feel-good moments from around the world. My work aims to highlight creativity, kindness and emotional storytelling. In everything I do, my purpose is the same: to touch hearts, evoke emotion and make people feel something real.

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    Hidrėlėy

    Hidrėlėy

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    I am a Brazilian digital artist who loves transforming imagination into hyper-real visuals. I work with artificial intelligence and image editing to create what I always wondered as a child: how would our favorite characters look in real life? Over time, many of my artworks have gone viral and were featured in international publications. I have recreated realistic versions of cartoon characters such as Disney and The Simpsons, imagined how celebrities who died young would look today, and even gave modern faces to historical figures like Mona Lisa or Shakespeare. Beyond entertainment, I created Para Não Esquecer, a social project that revisits memorable criminal cases in Brazil. My goal is to honor victims, keep memory alive and remind society that justice and empathy matter. I also write for Bored Panda, where I create articles featuring artists, photographers, rescue stories and feel-good moments from around the world. My work aims to highlight creativity, kindness and emotional storytelling. In everything I do, my purpose is the same: to touch hearts, evoke emotion and make people feel something real.

    Gabrielė Malukaitė

    Gabrielė Malukaitė

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    Hi there! I'm Gabrielė. Professionally, I'm the senior community manager over at Bored Panda, helping people share their awesome work and connecting artists with a worldwide audience.Beyond work, you'll catch me traveling, listening to vinyl and diving into movies, art exhibitions, and concerts. I'm a culture buff at heart, always eager to explore and embrace the richness of the human experience.

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    Gabrielė Malukaitė

    Gabrielė Malukaitė

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    Hi there! I'm Gabrielė. Professionally, I'm the senior community manager over at Bored Panda, helping people share their awesome work and connecting artists with a worldwide audience.Beyond work, you'll catch me traveling, listening to vinyl and diving into movies, art exhibitions, and concerts. I'm a culture buff at heart, always eager to explore and embrace the richness of the human experience.

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    Jay Scales
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Adorable feisty criminal :D

    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is GREAT! Thanks!

    Barbara Wilcock
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankyou for making me smile after a hard day 😁❤️

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    Jay Scales
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Adorable feisty criminal :D

    Multa Nocte
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is GREAT! Thanks!

    Barbara Wilcock
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankyou for making me smile after a hard day 😁❤️

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