Not everyone wants to take responsibility for ones actions. Have you noticed some of the march larger cruelty cases in Australia recently, what about the recent cases of maid abuse in Singapore.
When it goes to court, either they show no remorse or say they were understress, it wasnt their fault, was someone else. (those little voices you hear at night I guess). Get some smart lawyer and doctors to plead their case ....
I always say to people, put yourself in the victims position, how would you feel ....
There is not excuse for what was done to this cat, but sadly if they are caught, they will not get their just desserts. In other words the punishment should fit the crime ....