Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding the theft of numerous puppies from a Fortuna residence early this morning.

On Dec. 15, 2021, at about 6:37 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a residence on Page Way, in the county’s jurisdiction of Fortuna, for the report of a burglary.

According to the homeowner, an unknown suspect(s) reportedly entered through an unlocked window of the residence and stole eight high-value exotic French Bulldog puppies. One puppy was recovered outside of the home. Seven puppies remain outstanding at this time. According to the owner, the puppies are approximately 8 weeks old and require medication.

Anyone with information regarding the location of these puppies or involved suspect(s) is encouraged to call the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office at (707) 445-7251 or the Sheriff’s Office Crime Tip line at (707) 268-2539.