Woman accused of neglecting dozens of cats, kittens at Eugene apartment complex

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) – A woman faces accusations of animal neglect after abandoning dozens of cats and kittens in her former apartment complex, according to Eugene Animal Services.

Alyse Ninnette Edmonson, 48, had returned her keys early Aug. 21, the same day a call was made to EAS to report "at least 17 cats" abandoned at the property.

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With the help of Feline Good Animal Rescue and the apartment manager, EAS captured 46 cats and kittens and transported them to Greenhill Humane Society and Feline Good.

"Some of the cats appeared malnourished and in need of veterinary care," EAS said. "Animal Services officers found the apartment covered in feces and urine, with no food or water present."

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Edmonson was arrested on Oct. 16 at another apartment complex near 1600 Olive St and booked on 46 counts of second-degree animal neglect.

Officials are still looking for a second suspect in this case, 42-year-old Daniel James Thellman. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is encouraged to contact Eugene Animal Services.