WARREN, Mich. (WXYZ) – For dog owner Ashley Swinton, it was a heartbreaking discovery. Someone delivering food home for Door Dash left with her 8-week-old puppy named Bella.
Police say the puppy later confessed to the crime of stealing the puppy when they chased him.
“The video evidence, in this case, is very convincing,” says Det. Brian Price with police Warren.
Swinton recounted what he saw on the video of a puppy’s abduction.
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“You can see her dog her dog and (and) rub it, seeing if it’s vicious,” Swinton said. “Then take the dog out and take him to the car.”
It happened on New Year’s Day at Rivard’s house near Van Dyke.
“This is a new one even for me,” said Det Price. “Pretty shocking when you watch the video and see it happen right in front of you.”
The good work of the police led to his arrest. Taxes are expected to be filed soon.
“They admitted to stealing the dog,” he said. Price. I retrieved the dog on the spot. Still in good health. I returned it to the family. “
The name of the 26-year-old suspect has not yet been revealed.
Bella is very happy to be home with her family tonight. They say they are very grateful to Warren Police for their hard work, taking the puppy back to their children.