Person threatened to harm missing dog for ransom, Oakland CA


A person received a text threatening to harm their missing dog with a knife unless $1,500 is paid. The person does not know where the dog is and has contacted police for help.
Audio|Source: Oakland Police Department
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Transcript:
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One, nine twenty three.
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A nine two three.
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RP advice she doesn't know where her dog is located or received a text with someone who sent a photo of the dog claiming to harm the dog with a knife.
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Can we get a cover unit close to this fine?
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If she doesn't pay (number withheld).
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The unit's cover of near East Wall Street.
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Location mentioned:
Near Village Cir, Oakland, CA 94607
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