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Arrest made after two dogs stolen in West Hills carjacking
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Robert Kovacik and Karla Rendon , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 24, 2026
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Key points The dogs, a 9-year-old terrier mix named Buddy and a 5-year-old Italian greyhound named Bailey, were inside an SUV when it was taken. A $50,000 cash reward is being offered for the safe return of two dogs stolen in a carjacking.
A $50,000 cash reward is being offered for the safe return of two dogs stolen in a carjacking. The dogs, a 9-year-old terrier mix named Buddy and a 5-year-old Italian greyhound named Bailey, were inside an SUV when it was taken. Their owner had left them in the vehicle with the air conditioner running while he briefly stepped away.
The carjacking occurred at around 5 p.m. and the owner attempted to stop the driver by holding onto the vehicle. Further details about the incident are available.
The reward is hoped to encourage the public to help reunite the owner with his pets.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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