Police appeal over Shetland pony foal stolen near Truro
PC Wyatt said the force wanted to hear from anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity or vehicles in the area. "At her age and size, it is possible that Lucy could fit in a vehicle," she said."We don't have any more information at this time about the time or date that Lucy was taken but it would have required someone to enter the field and take hold of Lucy before removing her."Anyone with information should contact police, she said."Equally, if you have Lucy, please bring her home."
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