Event Brief
117 dead dogs found at California no-kill rescue
Filed: Jun 28, 2026 at 8:30 AM ET
Summary: Investigators found 117 dogs’ remains at Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary, many with gunshot wounds.
WHO: Humboldt County Sheriff's Office
WHAT: Investigators excavated Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary grounds and found remains of 117 dogs, many with gunshot wounds, plus about 600 dog collars.
WHEN: Jun 27, 2026 at 8:06 PM ET
WHERE: Fortuna, California
WHY: The remains were found during an investigation into alleged animal cruelty, fraud, and theft at the sanctuary.
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