French Bulldog puppy stolen in Selma reunited with family
- A French Bulldog puppy named Boba was stolen from his home in Selma, California, shortly after being let outside.
- The Fresno County Sheriff's Office recovered Boba during a traffic stop, finding him in the car with the suspected thieves.
- Boba's owner, Rosa Duarte, expressed relief at the reunion, emphasizing the importance of keeping valuable breeds like French Bulldogs safe.
On Thursday morning in Selma, California, Rosa Duarte let her French Bulldog puppy, Boba, outside briefly before placing him in his kennel. Just minutes later, two men were seen on her home security cameras approaching her property and stealing the puppy. The incident left Duarte feeling shocked, as she had never experienced such a theft in her six years of living there. The Fresno County Sheriff's Office intervened during a traffic stop early Friday morning, where they discovered Boba in the vehicle with the alleged thieves. This quick action led to the puppy's safe return to his family, much to Duarte's relief. She had feared for Boba's safety, especially given the rising trend of French Bulldogs being targeted for theft due to their high market value. Bridgette Booth, the Director of Fresno Bully Rescue, noted an increase in the number of French Bulldogs needing rescue, attributing it to the pandemic when many people acquired pets. This has resulted in a surplus of these dogs in shelters, highlighting the need for vigilance among owners. Duarte has learned a valuable lesson from this experience and has decided to keep Boba indoors to prevent any future incidents. The ongoing investigation has yet to result in arrests, but the case underscores the importance of safeguarding valuable dog breeds.