Dogs stolen in Angus break-in 'found tied to fence'

Police have appealed for help in finding a van seen in the area at the time the dogs were taken

Two dogs stolen along with garden equipment and tools in a break-in in Angus have been found.

The female springer spaniels - Sally and one of her offspring, Fern - were discovered tied to a fence in Dundee.

They were taken along with a leaf blower and tools from a property in Glen Prosen, near Kirriemuir, at some time between 14:00 and 17:00 on Thursday.

A police spokesman said the dogs were traced "safe and well".

Officers want to trace a white van - possibly a Transit or similar, with noticeable rust spots on it - which was seen in the area at about the time of the theft.

The dogs were stolen along with tools

Appealing for information, Police Scotland said: "If you have any information that could assist us, please call 101 or speak to any police officer. Also, information can be given anonymously through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111. Our reference is incident 2392 of 19 August."

The dogs' owner John Smith said he was delighted to have them back, adding that he wished to thank the "many people" who had helped to find them.