Police search for owners of suspected stolen dogs
10 were recovered during a search warrant in Surrey last month
Sussex Police have released more photos of suspected stolen dogs, in the hope of reuniting them with their owners.
Officers seized 10 dogs during a search warrant in Surrey last month, launching an investigation into who the dogs lawful owners are.
Detective Chief Inspector John Wallace, of Crawley CID, said: “We are desperately seeking the lawful owners of the remaining dogs which were seized in the recent warrant.
"We are working through all information meticulously and pursuing other lines of enquiry to progress the identification of these dogs. This is a complex investigation and we suspect that some of the dogs may have been stolen months ago.
"We appreciate this has been an agonising time for those members of the public with missing pets who have been waiting for further information.
"However we have now released more detailed photos of the dogs in a bid to try and identify them and return them to their rightful owners. The dogs have each been given a name for the purpose of the investigation.
"If you recognise one of these dogs, please email dogtheft@sussex.pnn.police.uk quoting the name of the dog you recognise. The email address is the fastest way to contact us and we have a dedicated team managing this.
"While we continue to progress enquiries on identification, our priority continues to be around the health and welfare of the dogs and medical treatment is ongoing.
The dogs are currently being kept at a secure location.