Cat trapped in washing machine door freed by firefighters

A cat who had trapped its leg in a washing machine door was rescued by Portsmouth firefighters earlier this morning.

The Southsea crew were called to the property on Brompton Road at 00:28

The crew used a drill to dismantle the door and release the animal, who is believed to have broken its leg.

The owner then took the pet onto a local vet surgery for treatment.

An HIWFRS animal rescue officer was stood down before they arrived, prior to firefighters leaving the scene and returning to station once the stop message was received at 00:42.