Stolen puppy found by police 170 miles from home

2 days ago

Helen BurchellCambridgeshire

News image — The puppy had been stolen and transported miles across the country

Cambs Police A close-up of the face of a young, very cute black puppy. It has big, glassy dark eyes and a shiny black nose. It is sitting on a seat inside a car. — The puppy had been stolen and transported miles across the country

A tiny puppy stolen from its owner has been reunited after being found by police about 170 miles (270km) away.

The six-week-old male black Labrador was taken from its home in the Bradley Stoke area of south Gloucestershire on 30 December.

Avon & Somerset Police said a man had arranged to buy it, but left with the animal, without paying.

Information was passed to Cambridgeshire Police who found the puppy in the Ramsey area on 3 January and were able to reunite it with its owner in Gloucestershire.

Posting on Facebook about finding the puppy, Cambridgeshire Police wrote: "Thanks to some great teamwork, the puppy was tracked down safely, and one of our officers happily did a bit of puppy‑sitting until the owner could come and collect their very relieved (and very cute) pet.

"We're pleased to say this little one is now back where they belong."

The force added: "Sometimes police work comes with the best cuddles."

A spokesman for Avon & Somerset Police told the BBC: "The puppy has since been returned to its owner and our investigation continues."