Police appeal after Rowlf the dog is taken from Fittleworth home

Police are appealing for witnesses after a dog was taken from a home in Lower Street, Fittleworth, at 9.20pm on Monday October 13.

The 18-month-old working cocker spaniel called Rowlf is described as a black dog with a white chest.

He was in the yard when his owner, who was inside the house, heard a loud noise and a vehicle speeding away at the time of the theft. Rowlf was wearing a collar with a bone-shaped tag on.

PC Ben Poulter said: “The owner is distraught at the loss of his dog. Please get in contact if you have seen Rowlf or have any information as to his whereabouts so we can reunite them.”

Any witness or anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or call 101 quoting serial 1625 of 13/10. Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.