A heartwarming reunion took place when a family was finally reunited with their beloved Daschund, Twiglet, after she was stolen and sold online to a kind-hearted stranger for £700. The distressing incident was captured on CCTV, revealing the 16-month-old pup being forcefully taken from her home in Catmere End, Saffron Walden, Essex.
The thief, arriving in an old-style blue Mercedes, smashed through the patio doors of the property on a Wednesday afternoon in July.
The intruder cornered Twiglet in the kitchen and grabbed her, trying to prevent any bites while making his escape through the broken doors.
Fortunately, a Good Samaritan who purchased the dog was unaware of the theft and decided to return Twiglet to her rightful owners, Jo and Jamie Vindis. Disguised as a delivery driver, the thief’s attempt to steal the pooch was foiled by the collective effort of concerned individuals on social media, who helped raise awareness about the missing pet.
The relieved owner, Jamie, shared the good news on social media, expressing gratitude for all the support they received during the ordeal. Essex Police are actively investigating the case to find the person responsible for the theft.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police or make an anonymous report to the independent charity Crimestoppers.
Unfortunately, this heartwarming reunion sheds light on a growing issue of pet thefts in the UK. Other dog owners have shared their painful experiences, with one woman having her pet taken by a fake Good Samaritan while she suffered a heart attack.
Another mother was subjected to terrifying threats after her daughter’s beloved red toy poodle, Smaila, was stolen during a shopping trip in Edmonton.
