A disturbing discovery was made in California. Details are emerging about a large number of deceased animals found at a shelter. The shelter, which claimed to be a safe haven for animals, is now at the center of an investigation.

Further information is available from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, which conducted a search of the premises. The office's findings are outlined in a press release. In this incident, many animals suffered severe injuries before their deaths.

The full extent of the situation is still being reported by news outlets, including KGNS.