Sussex Police warning pet owners over dog thefts
Sussex Police is taking action to prevent dog theft as soaring prices for pets during lockdown has seen a rise in theft nationally.
Friday, 29th January 2021, 7:05 am
The force said its dedicated Rural Crime Team (RCT) is tackling this crime by working closely with partner agencies, gathering intelligence and highlighting crime prevention among the dog-owning community.
Reports of dog theft are relatively low in Sussex, the force said, but police are asking dog owners to take necessary steps to keep them safe.
Sussex Police recorded 31 dog thefts in 2020, but at least 12 of those were disputes over dog ownership between known parties.