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flag Scammers impersonate officials, claiming pets need urgent care to trick owners into sending money via Zelle or Venmo.

flag Orange County officials are warning pet owners of a scam where fraudsters pose as law enforcement or animal services, claiming pets were injured and need urgent medical payments—often via Zelle or Venmo—before release. flag Authorities stress legitimate agencies never demand immediate payments through unverified apps or gift cards. flag Residents are advised to hang up, verify claims through official channels, and report suspicious calls to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. flag The scam exploits emotional distress, similar to other urgent-payment frauds.

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