One arrested, two sought after puppy stolen during armed robbery

Update:

We are pleased to report that Rustin has been safely returned home. The investigation remains ongoing, and the suspects are still wanted.

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 25-25172
One arrested, two sought after puppy stolen during armed robbery

The Windsor Police Service has arrested one minor and is seeking two others after a puppy was stolen during an armed robbery over the weekend.

Shortly after 3 a.m. on March 16, 2025, police responded to a report of a robbery in the area of College Avenue and South Street. Officers learned that a teenager was walking her four-month-old French Bulldog when she was approached by two males and one female. The trio threatened her with bear spray, grabbed the dog, and then fled the scene on foot.

Officers launched an investigation and arrested a 15-year-old female in the 3400 block of Wells Street later that day. The youth, who can’t be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with robbery and assault with a weapon.

One of the remaining suspects has been identified and a warrant for his arrest has been requested.

The other suspect is described as a white male with a moustache, possibly named “Ethan.” He was wearing a red hooded sweater and jeans at the time of the incident.

The French Bulldog, named Rustin, has still not been located.  

Anyone with information is urged to call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.