Dognapper walks out of Fort Myers pet store with puppy hidden under his shirt

FORT MYERS, Fla.–Fort Myers police are searching for a man who stole a 9-week-old Shih Tzu.

According to officials, the man walked into the Cleveland Avenue Pet Kingdom on Saturday evening. He then stuffed the puppy under his shirt and walked back out of the store.

Police describe the dognapper as white with tattoos on his arms and a large build. He was last seen in a blue Florida Gator’s hat and a green shirt.

He could be driving a white sedan with a paper tag, according to authorities.

Information can be called into Fort Myers Police at 239-321-7700. Anonymous tips can be reported to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477).

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