Stolen Car Recovered, Litter Of Puppies Still Missing In Southeast DC, Police Say

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down a bunch of 5-week-old puppies who were stolen from a vehicle on Saturday afternoon in Southeast DC.

The stolen puppies
Photo Credit: *Metropolitan Police Department*

Zak Failla

01/07/2024 12:59 p.m.

Shortly before 1 p.m. on Jan. 6, police say that a driver left their vehicle running and unlocked in the 1700 block of U Street SE when a suspect walked in and fled with eight puppies inside.

The vehicle has been recovered, but the puppies are still missing.

According to investigators, the puppies were described as being 5-week-old American bull dogs who are dark in color with white markings.

Anyone with information regarding the missing dogs has been asked to contact the department by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting a tip to 50411.

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