BROCKTON, MASS. (WHDH) - Police and animal control officials removed 18 cats from a Brockton house where a similar problem occurred a few years ago.

Crews wearing body suits and masks removed all 18 cats from the house on Colgate Road and placed them in pet carriers. A few years ago, officials said more than 50 cats were removed from the same house.

It is not known if the homeowner will be facing any charges.

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