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Dog stolen from Boston adoption shelter found safe

BOSTON — A dog stolen from the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Adoption Center has been returned after two months.

Two months ago, a potential adopter took a Pit bull named Nick out for a walk and never returned. ARL officials say the man left his ID with the staff, but never returned with Nick.

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On Tuesday night, a citizen called the MSPCA call center with a tip on Nick's location. Officials went to the location, found Nick and brought him safely back to ARL Boston.

Adoption center officials say Nick is healthy and going great. They do say that he will undergo medical and behavioral evaluation and is not currently available for adoption.

There is no word on the search for the suspect.

BREAKING NEWS: The three-year-old Pitbull-type dog stolen from the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) Boston Adoption Center more than a month ago has been returned safe and sound. Late Tuesday evening, a concerned citizen contacted the MSPCA-Angell call center with a tip about Nick and his location. MSPCA immediately notified ARL, who picked up Nick and transported him safely back to ARL’s Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center. Shelter staff confirmed this morning that the animal is indeed Nick. Over the past six weeks the search for Nick has been priority number one. ARL’s Law Enforcement Department has worked closely with the #BostonPoliceDepartment to ensure Nick’s safe return. ARL is overwhelmed with joy to have Nick back with the organization, he is healthy and doing great. ARL would like to thank the Boston Police Department for their tireless efforts, the MSPCA for their quick response, and members of the media for getting Nick’s story to the masses. Please Note: Nick will undergo medical and behavioral evaluation and is NOT currently available for adoption.

Posted by Animal Rescue League of Boston on Wednesday, May 16, 2018

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