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Family Files Claim After San Bernardino Sheriff’s Deputy Killed Their Dog During a Warrantless Backyard Entry — and Says it is Not the First Time

San Bernardino, CAMcKenzie Scott files a government claim today on behalf of the Serna family, alleging that the killing of their dog Daisy — shot, then left to die while deputies searched for the shell casing — was part of a pattern of San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies shooting and tasing family dogs during unlawful entries onto private property.

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Today, San Diego civil rights firm McKenzie Scott filed a government tort claim against the County of San Bernardino on behalf of the Serna family, whose beloved Rottweiler, Daisy, was shot and killed by a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (“SBSD”) deputy who entered their fenced backyard without a warrant on May 4, 2026. The claim is the formal first step required before the family files a federal civil-rights lawsuit.

2 Family Files Claim After San Bernardino Sheriff's Deputy Killed Their Dog During a Warrantless Backyard Entry — and Says it is Not the First Time

Home security footage shows the deputy entered the family’s fenced backyard — without a warrant — at approximately 11:55 a.m., while purportedly investigating a stolen vehicle that was parked nearby and had nothing to do with the home. The deputy knew at least one dog was present; two doghouses and food bowls sat in plain view just inside the chain-link fence. When Daisy approached and barked, the deputy drew his firearm, tried to kick her, and shot her at nearly point-blank range — even though an open gate was immediately behind him.

The family’s ordeal did not end there. Daisy did not die immediately. Rather than render or summon aid, multiple deputies continued onto the property — a subsequent, warrantless entry — and spent roughly twenty minutes locating and removing the spent shell casing while Daisy bled to death. One deputy can be heard on video remarking, “I think he’s [Daisy] dead now,” while poking her body with a baton; another is heard joking about “kill[ing] the f***ing dog.” Daisy’s body was then taken without the owners’ permission and destroyed before the family could retrieve it, and the family’s surviving dog, Raven, was allowed to escape and was impounded at an animal shelter.

“We are filing this claim today because the County must answer for what its deputy did — and because Daisy was not the first family pet San Bernardino deputies have shot or tased after letting themselves onto private property,” said San Diego civil rights attorney Tim Scott, lead counsel for the Serna family. “This is a pattern, and the law has forbidden it for decades.”

The claim alleges that the killing of Daisy reflects a recurring practice within the Sheriff’s Department. In June 2016, deputies who went to the wrong home in Hesperia on a domestic-disturbance call shot and killed an eleven-year-old family dog. In August 2023, deputies who entered a Victorville home on a 911 hang-up call shot a family dog three times. And in January 2026, deputies executing an eviction in Hinkley tased two contained dogs — killing one. The claim asserts that the County failed to train, supervise, and discipline its deputies regarding the constitutional limits on entering private property and using deadly force against animals.

The claim also comes in the wake of two similar, high-profile California police shootings involving dogs, demonstrating a troubling statewide pattern of misconduct. On June 13, 2026, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers responded to a noise complaint about a woman screaming, but the owner was actually celebrating in excitement over the New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals. When the owner opened her apartment door, Jameson, a dog wearing a Knicks shirt, was at her side barking. Officers asked her to put the dog away. When she reopened the door, the dog moved towards an officer, who fired multiple fatal shots. The body-worn camera footage has sparked outrage among Angelenos and animal lovers worldwide.

Additionally, on June 15, 2026, a California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer shot and killed a family’s German Shepherd – Silver – while responding to a report of a dilapidated RV blocking a Fresno road, allegedly creating a traffic hazard. The officer fired “multiple shots,” but the CHP has failed to confirm how many. Silver’s owner, Rachael Bethel, asserts that the dog was never aggressive, and often spent time with her brother (who is non-verbal). Bethel is demanding the officer’s body-worn camera footage, which has yet to be released.
The three police-involved shootings of California dogs in recent weeks highlight a pattern of officer misconduct and insufficient training practices.

“This [Serna] family learned that their dog had not simply been shot, but left to bleed out and die by a deputy who had no business being in their yard in the first place,” Scott added. “Daisy’s death, the destruction of her remains without permission, and the County’s misleading public statements afterward were violations of our clients’ constitutional rights and a profound violation of the community’s trust.”

Federal courts have clearly established that shooting a family pet can constitute an unconstitutional seizure under the Fourth Amendment. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has recognized that “the emotional attachment to a family’s dog” is fundamentally different than mere property, and that officers who know dogs are present on a property must develop a plan to deal with them without resorting to lethal force. California law also provides for emotional-distress damages when an owner’s pet is killed or injured by an intentional or grossly negligent act, and separately when a pet’s remains are misappropriated.

About McKenzie Scott PC

McKenzie Scott is a San Diego civil rights law firm dedicated to protecting individual liberties and holding government entities accountable. The firm specializes in civil rights violation cases, including police misconduct, First Amendment rights, in-custody jail deaths, civil liberties, and public interest litigation. McKenzie Scott’s attorneys have successfully represented numerous families in excessive force and wrongful death cases against law enforcement agencies, including securing the then-largest excessive-force verdict in American history ($85 million in K.J.P. v. San Diego) and the largest wrongful death settlement paid by the County in San Diego County’s history ($16 million in the Hayden Schuck case).

For more information, please visit www.mckenziescott.com.

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Allied Construction Industries Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati for 2026 ACI She Builds Camp

CINCINNATI, OhioFree week-long construction day camp empowers young women to explore careers in the skilled trades Allied Construction Industries (ACI), in partnership with the Western & Southern Workforce Development Center at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati, hosted the 2026 ACI She Builds Camp, a free construction day camp for girls ages 13-18, from […]

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Free week-long construction day camp empowers young women to explore careers in the skilled trades

Allied Construction Industries (ACI), in partnership with the Western & Southern Workforce Development Center at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati, hosted the 2026 ACI She Builds Camp, a free construction day camp for girls ages 13-18, from June 22-26 at the Boys & Girls Clubs location at 1205 Dewey Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45205.

ACI She Builds Camp is more than just a summer camp — it is an opportunity for young women to discover their potential, build confidence, and explore exciting careers in construction and the skilled trades. Throughout the week, campers gain hands-on technical skills while also developing essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and self-awareness. From using tools and building projects to connecting with industry professionals and mentors, girls are leaving the program empowered with new knowledge, greater confidence, and a stronger sense of what they are capable of achieving.

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As part of the camp’s legacy project, campers and ACI member companies worked together to build a workforce-ready closet at the Boys & Girls Clubs facility. The closet will assist all students on their career path by providing future members with access to tools, equipment, and clothing for years to come. “Through the support of our ACI member companies and community partners, we’ve been bringing meaningful career exploration and mentorship directly into the communities we serve for decades,” said Brittney Cousins, Director of Workforce Solutions at Allied Construction Industries. “Together, we’re helping young women see themselves in an industry that they can lead and thrive in.”

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“We are very excited about this new partnership with the Boys & Girls Club. Providing young people line of sight and access to rewarding careers in the trades is a huge part of ACI’s overall workforce development strategy. We call it the triple-win: youth embark on an excellent career pathway, local employers get the talent they need to grow and thrive, and our overall Cincinnati region enjoys a sustained vitality and vibrancy as a result,” said Jordan Vogel, Executive Director of Allied Construction Industries.

“We are thrilled to welcome ACI She Builds Camp to our Western & Southern Workforce Development Center,” said Adelaide Forte, Director of the Western & Southern Workforce Development Center at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati. “This partnership gives our members hands-on exposure to careers they may never have considered, and the career closet will continue to benefit our community long after camp ends. We’re grateful to ACI and its member companies for investing in the next generation.”

Each day of camp featured rotation stations led by women professionals from ACI member companies, giving campers exposure to trades such as carpentry, plastering, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more.

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About Allied Construction Industries

Founded in 1929, Allied Construction Industries (ACI) is a not-for-profit trade association that represents both union and open-shop employers, including general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, developers, suppliers, and service providers in the Cincinnati Tri-State region. Together, we represent the full ecosystem that builds and sustains our region’s commercial landscape.
With a network of 500 member companies, ACI is where the industry connects, collaborates, and grows.
The ACI mission is built on three pillars: Workforce Solutions, Advocacy, and Meaningful Connections. ACI-web.com

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati provides young people with a safe place to learn and grow, ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals, life-enhancing programs, and hope and opportunity. Great futures start here.

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Monica Edwards Allied Construction Industries

213.222.7035

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Ali Winters Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati

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Al-Air Brings Combined HVAC and Electrical Services to Central Florida Homeowners

ORLANDO, FL – June 29, 2026Al-Air Corporation, a licensed HVAC and electrical contractor serving Central Florida and the Greater Tampa area, is offering homeowners across the region a combined home-services model that brings air conditioning and electrical work under a single, locally owned company. With more than 14 years in business, master electricians on staff, and 24/7 availability with no […]

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Al-Air Corporation, a licensed HVAC and electrical contractor serving Central Florida and the Greater Tampa area, is offering homeowners across the region a combined home-services model that brings air conditioning and electrical work under a single, locally owned company. With more than 14 years in business, master electricians on staff, and 24/7 availability with no after-hours surcharge, the family-owned company aims to simplify home maintenance for Florida residents who would otherwise coordinate two separate contractors.

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For most homeowners, HVAC and electrical work are handled by separate companies, requiring two sets of appointments, two invoices, and two points of coordination. Al-Air’s model consolidates both under one roof. The company employs licensed HVAC technicians and certified master electricians directly — not subcontractors — allowing it to handle projects that span both disciplines, such as a panel upgrade performed alongside a full air conditioning replacement, with a single crew and a single schedule.

On the HVAC side, Al-Air provides same-day diagnosis and repair for all makes and models, system replacements, bi-annual maintenance plans, and air duct cleaning suited to Florida’s humid climate. The company’s AC repair and service operates around the clock, a meaningful distinction in a region where air conditioning failures during summer months can create both comfort and safety concerns. Al-Air emphasises straightforward diagnosis without unnecessary upselling.

On the electrical side, the company’s certified master electricians handle electrical panel upgrades, whole-home and single-room rewiring, electrical repairs, and lighting installation. Because older wiring and outdated panels present genuine fire and safety risks, the company performs these services to code with licensed staff on every job, rather than routing electrical work through third-party subcontractors as many HVAC-focused companies do.

Al-Air dispatches across more than 11 cities throughout Central Florida and the Greater Tampa area, including Orlando, Kissimmee, Winter Garden, Clermont, Lakeland, and Tampa, with same-day availability in most areas. To make larger projects accessible, the company offers flexible financing with plans starting as low as $89 per month, alongside free estimates and a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee.

“Florida homeowners shouldn’t have to juggle two contractors, two schedules, and two invoices for work that one qualified company can handle. We built Al-Air to be that company — licensed technicians and master electricians under one roof, available when people actually need us, with no hidden fees and no after-hours surcharges.”

— CEO, Al-Air Corporation

As a locally owned business rather than a franchise, Al-Air positions its long-term reputation in the Central Florida community as central to how it operates. With thousands of completed jobs, a five-star Google review record, and full licensing across both HVAC and master electrical work, the company aims to serve as a single, dependable point of contact for the home comfort and electrical needs of Central Florida and Tampa-area residents.

About Al-Air Corporation

Al-Air Corporation is a licensed, family-owned HVAC and electrical contractor serving Central Florida and the Greater Tampa area for more than 14 years. The company provides air conditioning repair, replacement, and maintenance alongside electrical panel upgrades, rewiring, repairs, and lighting installation, with licensed HVAC technicians and certified master electricians on staff. Al-Air offers 24/7 service with no after-hours surcharge, free estimates, flexible financing, and a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee across more than 11 cities in the region. Licensed under CAC1818555. More information is available at al-airfl.com.

This Press Release Distrubited from Redpress.net

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GW Health Strengthens Strategic Communications Offering With AI Partnership

Jersey City, NJThe collaboration combines strategic communications and storytelling expertise with AI-powered scientific content development for pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations.

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GW Health, a strategic communications agency serving pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences organizations, today announced a partnership with VarsaAI, an AI-powered mechanism-of-action (MOA) and mechanism of disease (MOD) content platform designed for regulated healthcare communications.

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Both companies share a conviction that AI has a specific and powerful role to play in pharmaceutical communications. Through this partnership, GW Health clients gain access to VarsaAI’s technology, which produces compliant, high-quality MOA and mechanism-of-disease content in minutes rather than weeks 

“Life sciences companies are being asked to reach audiences faster, with greater complexity and higher stakes than ever before. VarsaAI gives us the technology to meet that demand, and GW Health brings the strategic and creative expertise to make it land.” 

Mechanism-of-action content plays an important role in product education, disease awareness initiatives, scientific congress activities, and healthcare professional engagement. Traditionally, the development of these materials can involve multiple stakeholders and extended production timelines. VarsaAI’s platform is designed to streamline content creation through scientific verification tools, source referencing capabilities, and documentation features that support medical, legal, and regulatory review processes.

“What GW Health brings to this partnership is the strategic framework that allows VarsaAI to perform at its highest level. They understand how mechanism-of-action content lives within a broader launch story or disease education effort. The result for their clients is a faster path from scientific concept to compliant, audience-ready content than anything else on the market,” said Florence Holliday, Co-founder and Chief Science Officer of VarsaAI.

The companies stated that the partnership reflects a shared focus on advancing the responsible use of artificial intelligence within life sciences communications.

About GW Health

GW Health is a strategic communications agency serving pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences organizations across the product lifecycle. Founded by Aleisia Gibson Wright, the agency specializes in healthcare communications, scientific storytelling, corporate communications, and stakeholder engagement across multiple therapeutic areas.

About VarsaAI

VarsaAI is a technology company that develops AI-powered tools for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical affairs teams. Its platform enables users to create mechanism-of-action presentations, videos, and related scientific communications materials while supporting documentation and review requirements commonly used in regulated healthcare environments.

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Aleisia Gibson Wright
GW Health
917-405-0837

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