Raleigh Resident's $1,500 Dog Stolen from Front Yard

Police seek information on the theft of a Raleigh resident's valuable dog.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:11am

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Police in Raleigh, Tennessee are investigating the theft of a $1,500 dog that was stolen from a resident's front yard on March 27. The victim said her dog, named Dennis, was in the yard around 11 AM and then disappeared just five minutes later when she went to bring him inside. Authorities are asking the public for any information that could help solve the case.

Why it matters

Pet thefts have been on the rise in recent years, with certain breeds and high-value dogs becoming targets for criminals. This incident highlights the need for pet owners to be vigilant about securing their animals, especially in residential areas, and for the community to work with law enforcement to address this type of property crime.

The details

According to the police report, the theft occurred on March 27 around 11 AM in the 3300 block of Raleigh Millington Rd. in Raleigh, Tennessee. The victim said her dog, Dennis, was in the front yard and wanted to go inside the house. About five minutes later, when she went to get him, Dennis was gone. Police estimated the value of the dog at $1,500.

  • The theft occurred on March 27 around 11 AM.
  • Police responded to the incident on March 29 around 2:40 PM.

The players

Dennis

The $1,500 dog that was stolen from the victim's front yard.

Raleigh Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the theft of the dog.

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What’s next

Police are asking the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the person or people responsible for stealing the dog.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for pet owners to be vigilant about securing their animals, especially in residential areas, and for the community to work with law enforcement to address the growing problem of pet thefts.