Thief 'used food scraps to steal dog outside supermarket"

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A dog lover says he has been left devastated after his “best mate” – a distinctive Chinese Shar-Pei – was stolen from outside a supermarket by a man who lured him away with fried chicken scraps.



John McColm popped into Tesco Express in Walsgrave Road, Coventry for five minutes last Wednesday but when he returned, eight-year-old Leo had vanished.

It’s understood the Chinese Shar-Pei – a breed known for its wrinkly appearance – was tempted away at around 7.15pm by a man with a fried chicken take-away.

The suspect, who witnesses say had been seen drinking earlier in the Old Ball pub, is described as being in his late 40s, having a stocky build, with receding hair line and a bald patch at the back of his head.

It’s believed he spoke with a slight Irish accent.

Dog owner John, who lives in Stoke, said the theft has left him heartbroken.

He said: “Anyone who owns a treasured pet will understand the hole that’s left when they’re no longer around.

“He’s my best mate and the place just isn’t the same with him not around.

“He’s a very placid, good-natured dog.

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