The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the help of the local community in a recent residential burglary case where a dog, among other items, was taken. The burglary occurred on Monday in the unit block of Galveston Place, in Southwest.
According to a release from the Metropolitan Police Department, the incident took place in the early morning, around 8:00 a.m. The suspect or suspects gained entry into the locked residence and fled after taking the property, which included a 1-year-old dark gray French Bulldog named Franklin. A distinguishing mark can be found on his face, below his nose.
Franklin's photograph has been circulated in a bid to recover him safely. The authorities have not advised the public to approach the suspect(s) but instead to reach out with information. Anyone who has seen the dog or has relevant information is encouraged to contact the police at (202) 727-9099. Alternatively, they can send an anonymous tip via text to the department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.
The Metropolitan Police Department is also offering a monetary incentive to further encourage community involvement in the case. A reward of up to $1,000 is promised to anyone who can provide information that leads to an arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for the crime.
