Couple Reunited with Dog Who Went Missing When Truck Was Stolen

Getting your car stolen can be one of the most frustrating experiences and biggest losses. But when this couple’s truck was stolen, they only cared about one thing that was inside it.

In South Everett, British Columbia a red truck was reported stolen near the Mukilteo Speedway. Inside the truck was the owners’ passports, wallet, laptop, and beloved dog, Penny.

Alison Murphy and her partner, Jeremy Byrgesen, had stopped to grab breakfast, but returned to an empty spot where their truck had once been. Murphy’s mind thought instantly about how they were going to get their chocolate Lab, Penny, back.

“They can keep all the technology,” Murphy told reporters, “they can rack up the credit card, but we just really want to have our dog back.”

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Murphy shared photos of her dog online, enlisting the help of friends and locals. Hundreds of people rallied to support her, including the local police.

“The police have been incredibly kind and helpful to us,” said Murphy, “We’ve had everything from hugs to a Starbucks gift card.”

The Mukilteo Police Department also shared photos of Murphy’s truck on Twitter, asking for the public to keep an eye out. Meanwhile, with the help of a kind volunteer to drive her around, Murphy searched for her canine friend.

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After some fruitless searches, the situation was looking grim. But then Murphy and Byrgesen received a phone call.

“Do they have Penny?” Murphy whispered, as Byrgesen spoke with a man on the phone. He nodded his head ‘yes,’ and Murphy exclaimed in joy.

A stranger had called, saying he found Penny wandering a nearby area. He recognized the dog and called the number on its collar tag.

Video footage was taken of the owners’ heart-melting reunion with their sweet Penny. Both Murphy and Byrgesen ran down the rain-soaked pavement to greet Penny, who had just been led out of her rescuer’s car by a leash.

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Tail wagging frantically, Penny accepted her owner’s embraces with obvious joy. She was healthy and unharmed, and seemed quite calm.

“I always had faith,” Murphy said after Penny had been returned. “The community’s been awesome.”

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Just one day later, the red truck was discovered as well. It is unclear whether the other stolen items have been recovered.

Penny could have been taken anywhere or even been harmed. But what almost became one of the most tragic events for this couple, turned out to be a huge relief, thanks to a caring member of the community.



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