THREE Chihuahua puppies were stolen from the back garden of a house in Chelsmford.

The pups were taken on Thursday, August 14, at around 8.30pm, from a property in Burghley Way.

Following an extensive enquiries to trace those responsible, Police are now appealing to the public for information.

The puppies are three months old. Two are black and white, the other is brown.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Pete carter at Chelmsford Police Station on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111.