Reunited: Silver/grey Lurcher Male

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2015-01-15 19:50 Elaine Tinker and Hemps mum

I am so pleased to see Ted is home where he belongs, he was stolen the day after my two girls Tinker and Hemp were stolen. I won't give up until they are both home safely with me xx

2015-01-14 22:20 Sue

So glad Ted is back, hope he is alright. Well done.

2015-01-14 22:08 Clarkey - Area Co-ordinator, East Sussex

Well done to all involved in this. So glad to hear that Ted is now safe and back with his rightful owners.

2015-01-14 21:53 Happiness yorkie lover xxx

Fantastic news ted your back and hopefully a loving home and family awaits you xxxxxx

2015-01-14 21:28 wibble58

havent followed this before but what a fantastic result for this very handsome boy. Long happy & safe life Ted x

2015-01-14 21:23 rachelhayball

TED is back with us :-)

On the 18th of June 2014 Hounds First posted and registered a dog as stolen. This was following a situation wherein a foster carer refused to return a foster dog to us when asked, despite breaking our foster terms and the Trustees having welfare and home suitability concerns .

On the 24th June after numerous attempts to regain custody of the dog the trustees started legal proceedings in order to settle this matter.

Today during a hearing at Brentford County Court in the presence of the District Judge it was confirmed that there was never any doubt that the dog was, and had remained property of Hounds First Sighthound rescue and that the foster carers attempt to keep the dog was unlawful and she was ordered to return him forthwith.

The judge stated it was incredulous that the foster carer disputed our claims to owner ship, that she had provided no evidence at all to show that ownership had transferred and nor did the judge believe that the (former) foster carer genuinely believed that. In contrast she commented how our paperwork clearly showed that ownership was ours.

As such an order was decreed today that the dog must be returned and our resulting costs met.

The dog in question is now back in the care of Hounds First and once he has been reassessed and immediate issues addressed we will be welcoming applications for him.

Hounds first are grateful to people who have expressed their support during this case and we hope that this landmark case sets a rescue precedent and prevents similar situations occurring for any rescue in the future.

Please note that following this statement the trustees will not comment further on specifics or personal details of this case.

Last edited: 2015-01-14 21:24:07 by rachelhayball

2014-06-29 10:58 Maryann

Any updates on Ted? Hope he is safe

2014-06-22 08:57 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

As Racheal has stated there is more than just the taking of this dog which will have to be a civil dispute however the other actions taken are a crime hence the CRN.
Thanks for offer but I do already have a couple of names officers in the met that I deal with and one is already helping and advising.
If helpers will just poster to spread the word it will help as need the person with Ted to realise how serious this is.
Updates will be put after checking first with the police force that are dealing.

2014-06-22 08:30 rachelhayball

A crime number has been issued. York and the met police are investigating 3 different crimes in this case including impersonation of a police officer, intimidation of a witness and others.

With all due respect Lozza we have been advised by the police and legal team to stick with current working police officers and keep as much of the case as possible as confidential as we do not know who is working with the people who have committed the offence.

2014-06-21 20:44 Lozzas Lurcher Rescue

CJ Police Contact Co-ordinator, I think reading between the lines this is being treated as a civil dispute and does not have a Crime Ref number attached to it, ie there is no wanted suspect for an outstanding crime as no crime has been committed, so the dog is not STOLEN...? People that dont know,CAD numbers are nothing to do with crime numbers, they are simply a reference number given when someone calls into the police. If it is something that requires police assistance the cad number gets updated as a permanent record of what was actioned. If I am wrong, I have already requested the CRN number and the suspects name and the borough the crime was committed when it was shared on my rescue page but after I asked for that information for the second time, someone deleted the post.... I can get these details put on the relevant intel briefing and also circulated amongst all my ex Met colleagues....Please someone email me at lozzaslurcherrescue@hotmail.com with that info if assistance is required. IF the police are not treating it as a crime and it is a civil dispute, then this dog post has to reflect that the dog is not Lost or Stolen, technically, until a civil court decide the outcome of ownership. Once legal papers are served for the civil matter and on the first hearing, if the other party doesnt attend, then you could technically class the dog as lost, but as it stands at the moment, if the police have spoken to the other party and have confirmed this is a civil matter, then they are happy that no crime is being committed and this lady can continue to keep the dog until such time, a court says differently.

Last edited: 2014-06-21 23:53:14 by Lozzas Lurcher Rescue

2014-06-21 20:25 Unknown

Hope Ted is found soon, and reunited with his rightful family. All xd. "MAKE HIM TOO HOT TO HANDLE"

2014-06-21 14:15 Sue

Hope you find Ted soon and he is safe. Shame on these people. Good luck.

2014-06-21 08:32 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

Are you sharing using the FB link ? It was entered as female then corrected but the FB link is remembering the incorrect first one and not sure if can be changed and is a problem we have spotted in the past.

if you right click the web link then paste to FB using either the page link or poster link it should then state male.

2014-06-21 00:55 debbie

Just shared this poster & it's coming up in description as Female.

2014-06-20 22:49 Happiness yorkie lover xxx

Come on ted safe safe UNTILL you are found and handed back xx SHAME ON THE FOSTER CARER XXX

2014-06-20 18:29 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

Ted bumped due to extensive police involvement in the hope it will be spotted by whoever has him at present.

2014-06-20 18:20 DogLostCJ - Police Liaison & SE Regional Coordinator

there are now 3 police forces involved in this case and all are keeping records and giving CAD numbers- however it is difficult to prove theft as the dog was handed over even though only to foster.

HOWEVER the rescue have already sought legal advice and if necessary will take this matter to a civil court if not returned.
From the paper work they hold plus fact dog is chipped to them they have much more chance than the person keeping Ted.
Would suggest they see sense and return him or make contact ASAP to avoid further court action.

2014-06-20 14:40 rachelhayball

It is now believed that the person who had Ted has passed him onto another person as she is believed to have gone out of the Country on a trip.

2014-06-19 09:56 Toni Whitehouse

I live by the rugby ground in Twickenham TW2, so will spread to word locally when out walking. I also foster for a rescue and know 2 or 3 other immediate fosterer's who I will ask to keep a look out for poor Ted. I will print off posters and place in local walk areas too as being a sight hound, he is easy to recognise. I am also happy to follow up local leads if needed... (no punn intended!). Fingers crossed for a speedy recovery.

2014-06-19 04:55 DogLostRiverlady

circulating on twitter........TED Silver/Grey Lurcher STOLEN http://bit.ly/1pKsXih #Isleworth #Middlesex #TW7 Plz RT

2014-06-18 22:44 doglady

Why as my comment been removed or held for Moderation Jayne?

2014-06-18 21:13 doglady

Very strange all of this.

2014-06-18 19:59 Sue

Hope you find Ted soon.

2014-06-18 19:17 Shelagh

Shared Facebook London

2014-06-18 17:24 rachelhayball

Doglady- the foster carer knows that she is no longer authorised to have the dog. She agreed to hand over the dog, she then didn't turn up. Yes her home, work and parents have all been visited. This is now in the hands of the police who are taking it very seriously. We cannot give any more information while the investigation is ongoing.

2014-06-18 16:42 doglady

If she won't communicate how do you know dog been stolen...as anyone been to the home may be leave a note to say you are trying to contact her?

Last edited: 2014-06-18 16:47:35 by doglady

2014-06-18 16:30 rachelhayball

Police were contacted first thing this morning. They are coming out shortly to take statements and see paperwork.

Doglady- no reason has been given, she wont communicate.

2014-06-18 16:26 doglady

Why did the foster take the dog what reason? Have the police been contacted have you got a crime number?

Last edited: 2014-06-18 16:28:46 by doglady

2014-06-18 16:23 DogLostMe N My Girl - Administrative Volunteer

Looks like Twickenham Heath postcode is TW1 and Wimbledon SW19, perhaps alerts could go out to these areas.

2014-06-18 15:47 rachelhayball

Ted was seen at 9 am heading towards Twickenham heath. He was then seen in Wimbledon at 11:30. He hasn't been seen since.

The lady is in her mid to late 20's, has long brown hair and has a slight build.

2014-06-18 13:16 PaulaK

How awful, poor Ted. I work near Feltham TW14 so will keep my eyes open in this area. If you need a hand "popping round" anywhere Rachel please give me a ring - Doglost HQ has my number

2014-06-18 11:57 rachelhayball

Teds link is showing as female, can it be corrected please?

2014-06-18 11:54 rachelhayball

Police are involved and have issued a CRN

2014-06-18 11:43 Sharpy

My area exactly so I will keep an eye out for him and ask other dog owners to do the same.

2014-06-18 11:29 Gino

Alerts sent to helpers in TW1-5,7-10.