Dog stolen from garden in Melton

Police are appealing for information following the theft of a dog from a property in Melton Mowbray.
The incident occurred between 8am and 5.50pm on Friday June 12, 2009 when Oscar, a 3-year-old lurcher and greyhound cross, was stolen from his kennel.
The thieves forced open the back gate and took Oscar leaving three other dogs behind from the garden on Firwood Road.
Oscar is described as black in colour with a white patch underneath his tail.
PC Pete Starbuck, who is investigating the theft, said: "Oscar's owner has been left devastated at his loss and I would appeal to anyone who knows of his whereabouts or has any information regarding the incident to please contact us.
“If you saw any anyone acting suspicious in the area or know someone who recently acquired a dog matching Oscar’s description in suspicious circumstances, please get in touch.”
Anyone who has any information is asked to contact PC 842 Pete Starbuck on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 0842. Alternatively call Crimestoppers, which is free and anonymous, on 0800 555 111

(Reproduced from InLoughborough, June 16th)

GARDIEN TIP: Use a Microchip on your animal to aid recovery. Also improve the security of access to your garden by following the advice at http://www.garden-security.co.uk/garden-crime-prevention.aspx