MARANA, Ariz. (KVOA) - The Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed 24 guinea pigs that were stolen from a Marana animal rescue on Tuesday, were recovered Saturday.

Authorities say a joint investigation with the Phoenix Police Department led to the recovery of the two dozen guinea pigs after a search warrant was executed at a Phoenix home on Friday. Law enforcement confirms one guinea pig died before it could be recovered.

Surveillance footage from the night of the theft showed two juvenile females at the scene. The suspects were identified as two 14-year-old girls from Phoenix. Heather Jenson, the mother of one of the juveniles and known to the rescue, was also identified as a suspect.

The investigation is ongoing. PCSD said possible charges include burglary and possession of stolen

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