A woman has been charged after a five-month-old German shepherd was reported missing in Redfern, with police later locating the puppy and reuniting it with its family.
Puppy Reported Missing In Redfern
The incident unfolded in Redfern after a family reported their puppy missing from their property on Young Street. The dog had last been seen in the backyard earlier in the morning, before being discovered absent later in the day.
After searching the surrounding area without success, the family reviewed CCTV footage from the property. The vision showed a woman entering the yard and leaving with the puppy, prompting the matter to be reported to police.
Screenshots from the footage were later shared within local community groups, with residents exchanging information and urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact police.
Police Locate Puppy After Three Days
Following inquiries, police located a 53-year-old woman on Lawson Street in Redfern at about 11:00 p.m. on Thursday. The puppy was allegedly found in her possession at the time.
Police later confirmed the dog had been missing for three days before being safely recovered. The puppy was returned to its family shortly after being located.
Officers from South Sydney Police Area Command were involved from the initial report through to the recovery, with police describing the outcome as a positive result for all involved.
Charges And Court Proceedings
The woman was arrested and charged with stealing a dog and entering a prescribed premises without lawful excuse. She was granted conditional bail and is scheduled to appear at Downing Centre Local Court on 18 February.
No further details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged offence have been released.
Community Response And Outcome
The puppy’s disappearance drew significant attention within the local community, with many residents expressing concern and sharing updates online as the search continued.
The family later confirmed the puppy had returned home, bringing the incident to a close.
Published 6-Feb-2026
