Overview
- Dora, a 10-month-old black cavoodle, was taken about 3:25pm Monday from outside Vogue Shopping Plaza at 670 Chapel Street in South Yarra.
- CCTV shows three women notice the dog, enter the centre, then return to untie her and walk north on Chapel Street toward Richmond.
- Victoria Police released images and descriptions of the women, described as Caucasian and in their 20s to 30s with long brown hair, including specific outfits seen on camera.
- Police say the theft appears opportunistic and note dog theft is not a known issue in the area, urging owners to avoid leaving pets unattended outside shops.
- Dora is microchipped and was wearing a pink collar and leash, and the family asks anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers or hand her to a vet or police.