TOMASZ ZIMNY'S BRUTAL CRIME IN CHELTENHAM: PET CAT MILLIE MURDERED IN SHOCKING ATTACK
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Cheltenham Animal Abuser
Tomasz Zimny, born on November 9, 1982, and residing at 85A St Pauls Road in Cheltenham, became the focus of a disturbing animal cruelty case that shocked the local community. The incident, which involved the tragic death of a beloved family pet named Millie, occurred on the afternoon of March 27, 2022, in the car park of Cleeve School, located in the Bishops Cleeve area of Cheltenham.
According to court reports and investigations, Zimny, a Polish national originally from Kostrzyn, was at the school to pick up his girlfriend, Ewa Siebida, who was born on September 21, 1980. On that day, Zimny arrived in his vehicle, and after parking, he exited the car to release their two dogs. The dogs then chased Millie, a 12-year-old cat who was part of the family for many years, causing her to run and seek refuge under a cleaning machine in the school’s parking lot.
What followed was a horrifying act captured on CCTV footage. Witnesses and investigators described how Zimny ran after Millie, then forcibly grabbed her by her back legs or tail. He swung her over his shoulder and violently slammed her onto the ground. The footage revealed the brutal nature of the attack, which left Millie injured and unable to move, yet still alive. Despite her evident distress, Zimny’s actions did not cease. Inspector Richard Carr of the RSPCA, who led the investigation, stated, “It is clear she is injured and unable to move but is still alive. He takes some steps away – but comes back and he then appears to kick her whilst she would already be in pain.”
Further disturbing details emerged when a witness, who had only seen part of the incident, rushed to Millie’s aid. The witness found her lying motionless and in shock, prompting immediate transportation to a veterinary clinic. Millie’s family was later identified through her microchip, and they were informed of her death the following day. Initially, it was believed that her injuries resulted from a dog attack, but subsequent examinations told a different story.
Millie’s body was exhumed for a post-mortem examination, which revealed multiple traumatic injuries. The findings included fractured ribs, a collapsed lung, partial dislocation of three spinal joints, and bleeding in the lung tissue. These injuries painted a grim picture of the violence inflicted upon her. Zimny, who required a translator during court proceedings, claimed that he had been bitten by Millie and that he believed her to be attacking their dogs because they were barking at her. He maintained that his actions were not premeditated but a reaction to the situation.
It was also revealed that Zimny had worked at Cleeve School as a cleaner for seven years before resigning shortly after the incident. The prosecution, represented by solicitor Lindi Meyer on behalf of the RSPCA, emphasized the brutality of the attack, stating, “Millie did not die immediately but was then kicked by Zimny and she then dragged herself under the pallets where she died from her extensive injuries soon after. [Zimny’s] actions were premeditated and in angry revenge.”
During the court proceedings, Zimny’s partner, Ewa Siebida, who had also worked at the school as a cleaning supervisor for ten years before resigning on the same day, provided her account. She claimed that Zimny did not intend to kill Millie and that the attack was a reaction to the cat biting him when he tried to retrieve her from under the machine. Siebida explained that Zimny’s response was impulsive, driven by fear and surprise, and that he did not fully understand what he was doing at the moment.
She expressed remorse and described the incident as a tragic accident, emphasizing that Zimny was reactive and did not think before acting. She also reflected on the emotional toll the event had taken on both of them, stating, “This made us leave the job, it impacted our life and it’s going to stay in the head. It won’t go easy.” She further acknowledged the pain caused to Millie’s family, noting, “It’s breaking your heart, using words like this. It was really bad so I don’t think the family will be happy that Tomasz has been in the court and I don’t think this will be enough for them.”
In sentencing, Zimny received an 18-week prison sentence, which was suspended for 12 months. He was also ordered to complete 150 hours of community service and was disqualified from owning a cat for life. However, he retains the right to appeal this decision after five years, with the disqualification set to expire in May 2028. The case has garnered significant attention, highlighting issues of animal cruelty and the importance of accountability in such tragic incidents.
According to court reports and investigations, Zimny, a Polish national originally from Kostrzyn, was at the school to pick up his girlfriend, Ewa Siebida, who was born on September 21, 1980. On that day, Zimny arrived in his vehicle, and after parking, he exited the car to release their two dogs. The dogs then chased Millie, a 12-year-old cat who was part of the family for many years, causing her to run and seek refuge under a cleaning machine in the school’s parking lot.
What followed was a horrifying act captured on CCTV footage. Witnesses and investigators described how Zimny ran after Millie, then forcibly grabbed her by her back legs or tail. He swung her over his shoulder and violently slammed her onto the ground. The footage revealed the brutal nature of the attack, which left Millie injured and unable to move, yet still alive. Despite her evident distress, Zimny’s actions did not cease. Inspector Richard Carr of the RSPCA, who led the investigation, stated, “It is clear she is injured and unable to move but is still alive. He takes some steps away – but comes back and he then appears to kick her whilst she would already be in pain.”
Further disturbing details emerged when a witness, who had only seen part of the incident, rushed to Millie’s aid. The witness found her lying motionless and in shock, prompting immediate transportation to a veterinary clinic. Millie’s family was later identified through her microchip, and they were informed of her death the following day. Initially, it was believed that her injuries resulted from a dog attack, but subsequent examinations told a different story.
Millie’s body was exhumed for a post-mortem examination, which revealed multiple traumatic injuries. The findings included fractured ribs, a collapsed lung, partial dislocation of three spinal joints, and bleeding in the lung tissue. These injuries painted a grim picture of the violence inflicted upon her. Zimny, who required a translator during court proceedings, claimed that he had been bitten by Millie and that he believed her to be attacking their dogs because they were barking at her. He maintained that his actions were not premeditated but a reaction to the situation.
It was also revealed that Zimny had worked at Cleeve School as a cleaner for seven years before resigning shortly after the incident. The prosecution, represented by solicitor Lindi Meyer on behalf of the RSPCA, emphasized the brutality of the attack, stating, “Millie did not die immediately but was then kicked by Zimny and she then dragged herself under the pallets where she died from her extensive injuries soon after. [Zimny’s] actions were premeditated and in angry revenge.”
During the court proceedings, Zimny’s partner, Ewa Siebida, who had also worked at the school as a cleaning supervisor for ten years before resigning on the same day, provided her account. She claimed that Zimny did not intend to kill Millie and that the attack was a reaction to the cat biting him when he tried to retrieve her from under the machine. Siebida explained that Zimny’s response was impulsive, driven by fear and surprise, and that he did not fully understand what he was doing at the moment.
She expressed remorse and described the incident as a tragic accident, emphasizing that Zimny was reactive and did not think before acting. She also reflected on the emotional toll the event had taken on both of them, stating, “This made us leave the job, it impacted our life and it’s going to stay in the head. It won’t go easy.” She further acknowledged the pain caused to Millie’s family, noting, “It’s breaking your heart, using words like this. It was really bad so I don’t think the family will be happy that Tomasz has been in the court and I don’t think this will be enough for them.”
In sentencing, Zimny received an 18-week prison sentence, which was suspended for 12 months. He was also ordered to complete 150 hours of community service and was disqualified from owning a cat for life. However, he retains the right to appeal this decision after five years, with the disqualification set to expire in May 2028. The case has garnered significant attention, highlighting issues of animal cruelty and the importance of accountability in such tragic incidents.