If you were impacted, contact Victim and Witness Services, Victim Advocates

If you are a material witness, a person who has documentation or evidence relevant to this case, or someone who has been impacted and needs help understanding your options, you can contact the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Bureau of Victim Services.

https://sbcountyda.org/victim-services/

https://sbcountyda.org/victim-advocates/

Please call Victim Services, Rancho Cucamonga at (909) 945-4241

Reference People v. Dianne Denise Bedford, Case FVI25002174, and briefly state your connection (witness, rescuer, document holder, impacted party) and what support you are requesting.

Victim Services can help with:

• Understanding the court process and what to expect
• Connecting you with a victim advocate
• Providing support and resources
• Guidance on victim impact statements and notifications (San Bernardino County District Attorney)

You can also use the DA’s Digital Victim Advocate Program, which allows people to reach a victim advocate through the website chat feature (weekday hours listed on the DA site). (San Bernardino County District Attorney)

ADVOCATES OF THIS CASE: EMAIL TO SEND

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To: assemblymember.harabedian@assembly.ca.gov, Mayor@SBCity.org; da@sbcda.org; dploghaus@sbcda.org; christy.hamrick@dph.sbcounty.gov; publicaffairs@sbcda.org; cob@sbcounty.gov; Supervisor.Armendarez@bos.sbcounty.gov; Supervisor.Rowe@bos.sbcounty.gov; supervisor.hagman@bos.sbcounty.gov; Supervisor.Baca@bos.sbcounty.gov; Supervisor.Cook@bos.sbcounty.gov; mayor.helpdesk@lacity.org; enforcement.brn@dca.ca.gov; Bilal.Essayli@usdoj.gov

Subject: Requesting Full Accountability in People v. Bedford (FVI25002174)

Dear District Attorney Anderson, Deputy District Attorney Ploghaus, Mayor Tran, Mayor Bass, Members of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, and relevant agency partners,

I am writing following the February 17, 2026, court appearance in People v. Dianne Denise Bedford (FVI25002174) to respectfully urge full accountability and a resolution that reflects the scale of harm in this case.

This case has broader public-safety implications for San Bernardino County and beyond. Rescue fraud, neglect, and animal hoarding disguised as rescue work are systemic issues. The outcome in this case will send an important message about accountability, deterrence, and protection of both animals and the public.

I respectfully request the following:
• Prosecute to the fullest extent supported by the evidence, including felony accountability where felony evidence supports it.
• Meaningful victim and witness conferral before any plea or disposition is entered, including advance notice of proposed terms for impacted parties who wish to be heard.
• Restitution and cost recovery to the fullest extent permitted by law, including recovery of public and rescue care costs.
• Maximum lawful animal ownership/care prohibitions and enforceable compliance conditions to prevent repeat harm.
• Inter-agency coordination to prevent recurrence, including coordination with appropriate oversight and regulatory entities where relevant.
• Clear public communication directing impacted parties (rescuers, foster caregivers, adopters, and others with documented losses) to the appropriate Victim and Witness Services channels.

Because Ms. Bedford is a licensed nurse practitioner, I am copying the Board of Registered Nursing Enforcement Program to ensure appropriate public-safety review occurs through the proper channels.

Thank you for your time and public service. The public is watching this case closely, and many people stand ready to assist your offices in pursuing a just outcome that reflects the scale of harm.

Respectfully,

Your Concerned Citizen

Evidence Database and Resources

Beezy’s Rescue maintains a public evidence database and resource hub to centralize and verify information. We are continuing to update it as records are confirmed.

Check it out here.

EMAIL US if you have something to add.

We will continue to show up, document responsibly, and push for outcomes that reflect the scale of harm.

If you have case-relevant documentation (photos, vet records, shelter paperwork, communications, timelines, foster placement details, or other records), please consider contacting Victim and Witness Services using the information above.