Two thieves decided to brave the frigid cold early Wednesday, breaking into a Thornton pet shop and stealing four puppies valued at more than $11,000 total.
The burglary occurred at around 2:44 a.m. at the Pet Ranch Thornton at 3823 E. 120th Ave., according to the Thornton Police Department.
A police spokesman said the suspects gained entry through the rear of the store and went directly to where four bulldog puppies were caged.
“They came, they took, they took off,” the spokesman said.
Anyone with information about the theft is urged to call Thornton police at 720-977-5069 or Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867).
You may also text your tip to 274637 (CRIMES) and then use the title DMCS and enter your message.
Tipsters may remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
Late Wednesday, 9News reported that another pet shop — Puppies ‘N’ Stuff on West 104th Avenue in Northglenn — had been robbed and nine puppies were taken.
