Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a cautionary update regarding Miranda's Rescue in Fortuna, California. According to local reporting and a public statement from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, the rescue is currently under active investigation involving allegations of animal abuse, cruelty, fraud, and conspiracy. A search warrant was reportedly served, and the investigation is ongoing.
At this time, it would be wise for community members and rescue partners to pause any monetary donations, animal transfers, or other support until there is an official resolution from law enforcement or other verified authorities. Several local animal groups have also reportedly paused services or are reviewing their involvement while the situation is investigated.
If anyone has direct information relevant to the investigation, the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office has asked the public to contact the Major Crimes Division or the Crime Tip Line.
I'm posting this as a precaution so rescues, fosters, and donors can make informed decisions and avoid unintentionally supporting a situation that is still under investigation.
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FOAS update about Miranda's Rescue
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| FOAS update about Miranda's Rescue |
| Together with our partners at Oakland Animal Services (OAS) and with all of you, we are anxiously awaiting further news about the situation at Miranda's Rescue. The Humboldt County Sheriff Department is gathering evidence and pursuing its investigation. |
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https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2409965356095253
Search Warrant Served at Miranda's Rescue Amid Allegations of Felony Animal Abuse, Fraud and Conspiracy
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Miranda's Rescue Investigated for Alleged Abuse, Fraud
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| Miranda's Rescue Investigated for Alleged Abuse, Fraud |
| Friday night, investigators with the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office served a search warrant at Miranda's Rescue, a Fortuna‑based animal sanctuary and pet rescue.The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office says the search |
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https://www.facebook.com/therealpaulmueller/posts/microchips-dont-lie-fortuna-californiav-mirandas-rescue-is-now-under-an-active-c/1527084098789398/
Shelters say chipped, reportedly rehomed animals shot dead at Miranda's Rescue
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| Shelters say chipped, reportedly rehomed animals shot dead at Miranda's Rescue |
| "On five of those dogs, he told me he had to put them down for various reasons," Joe DeVries, director of Oakland Animal Services, said. "Four of those five were dogs he had previously told us were adopted. We have text messages saying thes... |
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