Police locate missing dog after being inside stolen vehicle in Brampton

Peel Regional Police say a Lassa-Poodle breed named Markie has been located safe in Newmarket after the vehicle he was in was stolen in Brampton Wednesday night.

Police said the pooch was inside a white Nissan Rogue in the area of Chinguacousy Road and Queen Street at the time of his disappearance.

Authorities said the dog was found by animal services in Newmarket on Thursday. A scan of the dog’s microchip confirmed his identity.

Police said Markie has been reunited with his owners.

No arrests have been made in connection with the stolen vehicle.

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