Barn Owl Rescue

Officer Ceballos was dispatched to reports of a wounded owl in Pinecrest Park. Some good Samaritans found the owl on the ground under a tree while walking their dogs at the park. Officer Ceballos confirmed the owl was injured and safely rescued the bird. He found a rescue organization that will rehabilitate the owl back to good health and later release him.  

Mission Viejo Animal Services officers are on duty until 9:30 pm and respond to emergency calls after that time.