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UPDATE: Service dog stolen in James City County found safe

James City County Police say the service dog has been located after a family member of the victim allegedly took the dog without permission.

LIGHTFOOT, Va. — Author's note: The video above previously aired on July 14, 2021.

The search is over for a service dog that was stolen Monday. Authorities said the dog was found safe.

The James City County Police Department said a family member of the victim allegedly took the dog, Ruby, from its owner without permission. The victim needed the service dog because of a medical condition.

The person believed to have Ruby is homeless and known to ride a bike with a basket on the back. Police said he frequently visits the Grove area and the Wawa at 6446 Richmond Road in Lightfoot.

Credit: James City County Police
Police need help finding Ruby the service dog, who was reportedly stolen on Monday, August 16.

Author's note: The video above previously aired on Nov 19, 2019.

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