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CA-LIU-IRVINE-2026

Tingfeng Liu

Crime Type
Accessory to Animal Cruelty
Jurisdiction
Vista, California
Conviction Year
2026
Animals Affected
11 dogs (accessory to killing / cover-up)
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Case Summary

Vista, CA resident (age 24). Co-defendant with boyfriend Kwong (Tony) Sit at Happy K9 Academy in Irvine. Convicted June 17, 2026 of 1 felony count of accessory to a felony + 1 misdemeanor count of destroying evidence + 2 misdemeanor counts of attempting to destroy evidence.

Details

SENTENCED July 10, 2026 to 3 years in California state prison. Investigation revealed Liu helped Sit conceal the deaths of 11 dogs by dropping the animals' bodies at multiple crematoriums in the Orange County area. Held $550,000 bail (well above $20K bail schedule) after prosecutors argued the couple was packed and ready to flee at arrest. Case #25HF1615.

Sentencing

3 years California state prison.

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Orange County District Attorney — official press release (Case #25HF1615)

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