117 dog remains found at Humboldt shelter amid cruelty probe
TL;DR
Authorities found the remains of at least 117 dogs on the grounds of Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna, California, many with gunshot wounds, along with 21 skulls and hundreds of bones. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office says the scene is horrific and launched an investigation into felony animal abuse, fraud and conspiracy; no charges have been filed yet. Shelter founder Shannon Miranda says the rescue's mission is to save animals and disputes coverage.
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