Named Tiger Lily, the kitten belonged to a former roommate of one of the teens.
After a fallout, authorities say the two broke into the former roommate's apartment last month, poured bleach on various items and slit the sofa and electrical cords.
The 14-year-old was charged Wednesday with aggravated animal cruelty and burglary. A 17-year-old, identified as Cheyenne Cherry, had previously been charged with arson, burglary, criminal trespass and aggravated animal cruelty.
"She knew the cat was in the oven struggling to get out," Pentangelo said. "Crying out and scratching to get out."
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