SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. — Two dogs were found tied to a dumpster at the northbound Sumter County Rest Area along I-75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
Troopers said the dogs were located and secured after being abandoned. Authorities are seeking information about a white female seen in a red van at the rest area with the animals.
FHP urged anyone with information to call *FHP (*347) and reminded residents that abandoning animals is illegal in Florida. The dogs have been reported safe and in good condition following the rescue.
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