All articles tagged with #dog theft
Originally Published 26 days ago — by BBC
The Scottish Parliament has passed a new law creating a specific criminal offence for dog theft, with penalties including up to five years in prison and unlimited fines, aiming to increase deterrence and address low prosecution rates for this crime.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
The French bulldog has been named America's most popular dog breed for the second year in a row, with close to 98,500 registrations in 2023. Despite its popularity, the breed remains controversial due to health issues associated with its short snouts, and its high demand has led to thefts, with the average price ranging between $1,500 to $3,000. Notably, Lady Gaga's stolen French bulldogs were returned, leading to charges against the perpetrators.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
A man in Atlanta was fatally shot and robbed while walking his dog, which was also stolen, in what police believe was a targeted attack. The victim's family is seeking information on the suspects and the return of the dog, offering a reward for any leads. Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WLS-TV
A family in Chicago's East Garfield Park is desperate to find their six-month-old dog, Hiro, after he was stolen at gunpoint by masked teens. The armed robbers, who were driving a stolen car, targeted Hiro while he was being walked by a relative. The family believes the dog was taken for resale purposes. The police have apprehended a 15-year-old boy who was driving the stolen car but he has refused to disclose the dog's whereabouts. The family is traumatized by the loss and is pleading for Hiro's safe return.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WJLA
A 14-year-old West Highland Terrier named Max, who was stolen at gunpoint during a brutal attack near the Fort Totten Metro Station in D.C., has been found, according to the dog's owner. The circumstances of the dog's recovery and its condition are currently unknown. The suspect, who pointed a gun at the owner and demanded the dog, fled the scene in a dark minivan with another individual. The owner is expected to be reunited with Max soon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WJLA
A 14-year-old West Highland Terrier named Max, who was stolen at gunpoint near the Fort Totten Metro Station in Washington D.C., has been reunited with his owner. The dog was found roaming in the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens by two individuals who recognized him from media coverage. The owner, Zaleena Ahmed, had been walking Max when a young male approached them, pointed a gun at her, and demanded the dog. Ahmed was hit with the gun before the suspect fled with Max in a dark minivan.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
A 64-year-old woman was beaten and her French bulldog was stolen at gunpoint while she was walking it in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood. The woman was treated for cuts to her wrists, forehead, and a concussion. No arrests have been made yet, but police have recovered the suspect's cellphone and surveillance video from a neighbor's camera. French bulldogs have been targeted in other thefts due to their high value, and there are concerns about the rise of quick-buck breeders and unhealthy dogs.