Puppy stolen in Nuneaton Halloween burglary reunited with family

Police say Pablo was stolen on Halloween while his owners were out

A French bulldog puppy stolen by masked men while the family were out trick-or-treating has been reunited with his owners after an appeal.

The burglars were disturbed as the family returned to their home in Nuneaton on Monday and fled with 10-week-old Pablo.

Warwickshire Police appealed for help to trace him.

Officers said within hours of that he was dropped off at pet store by an individual who then quickly fled.

Det Con Rachael Stain of Nuneaton CID said the force quickly received more information after the appeal was widely shared.

"Those who took the puppy clearly realised the police and the community had come together to make sure he was returned home safely.

"Pablo is now safe at home and his family are over the moon."

Officers said their investigation was progressing and want to hear from anyone who saw a black salon car being driven at speed away from Cornish Crescent at about 17:30 GMT on Monday.

Detectives have said it was believed to be an isolated incident and no injuries were reported.