Search for men after reports of attempted Sunderland dog theft
At 1.15pm this afternoon a man challenged two men in Conway Road in Hylton Castle over concerns they were attempting to steal dogs.
The men threatened him and damaged the van he was in before making off in their own van, which was red and green.The offenders then abandoned their van in Ferryboat Lane and got into a black car. Enquiries are under wayto trace the vehicle.
No dogs have been recovered.
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Hide AdAnyone who has seen a red and green van being driven around Hylton Castle either this morning or early afternoon, or has information about the black car, is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 101, quoting reference 481 250516 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.