Puppy stolen during burglary at a home in Dunmow
Trixie the West Highland Terrier was taken while her owner first thought she'd escaped
A puppy has been stolen during a burglary at a home in Dunmow.
Trixie, a West Highland Terrier, was taken from an address on Cattail Drive.
Essex Police said she was stolen between 4am and 11am on Saturday 5th September.
Her owner initially thought Trixie had escaped.
But the puppy's collar was found inside the home, leading police to believe she had been taken.
Officers are asking anyone with information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage to get in touch.
People can report anything they know through the Essex Police website or its online Live Chat service, which runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Anyone who would prefer to report anonymously can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its website.