Charlotte mother charged in ‘Julio' the French Bulldog's disappearance
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A mother has been arrested in connection with the theft of a bulldog, according to court records.
Kendra Hunter, 37, was booked into the Mecklenburg County Detention Center on May 14 and charged with Felony Possesion of Stolen Goods.
On Sunday, April 6, Charlotte Mecklenburg Police officers were called to the 3000 block of Barrow Road for a stolen vehicle. Inside the car was the victim's black French bulldog, Julio, who was also taken.
The stolen car was found on April 11, and a juvenile is now facing charges. Other juveniles are being questioned about the incident; however, the dog remains missing.
$5K Reward: 'Julio' the French Bulldog still missing after Charlotte car theft, teen arrested
Court documents say that the dog's owner contacted investigators on May 1 to say that she was called by Hunter about the dog. It was communicated that the dog 'may be with someone's uncle who breeds Fenchie bulldogs'.
Authorities later confirmed that Hunter was the woman seen in a picture with Julio, identifying her by a tattoo and her orange and purple nails.
Investigators also reviewed Hunter's teenage son's cell phone, finding a photo of Julio that was taken at their home less than a day after the dog was stolen. Hunter is being charged with a felony since the dog is worth $5,000.
Officials have not confirmed if Hunter's son was the juvenile arrested.
A $5,000 reward is being offered by Crime Stoppers for information leading to an arrest. You can anonymously call 704-334-1600 to provide information.
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