AI-edited photos of missing pets are being used to scam owners for money
Published on May 1, 2026.
Lawmakers are raising awareness about a new scam that uses artificial intelligence to manipulate photos of missing pets to demand money for their return and medical treatment. The scam involves someone pretending to be a doctor or a law enforcement officer demanding the money. The Federal Trade Commission is investigating the scam.
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