POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of a dog.

The theft is thought to have occurred in the back garden of a house in Kingsmill Close, Sittingbourne, between 2pm and 4pm on Wednesday, April 26.

The brown and white springer spaniel puppy, named Bella, has spots on her front paws and is worth around £300.

Anyone who can help police with the investigation is asked to contact Sittingbourne police station on 01795 419178 or Kent CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111.