Puppy stolen in DC burglary as fourth suspect arrested and search continues
WASHINGTON, DC – A Northeast burglary that left a family without their Shih Tzu puppy has led to another arrest more than a month later, as the search for the missing dog continues.
The break-in happened around 10:21 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, in the 3500 block of East Capitol Street Northeast. Investigators said suspects entered an unoccupied apartment and took multiple items, including a Shih Tzu puppy named Cruz.
On Friday, April 10, 28-year-old Dijon Fendell, who has no fixed address, was arrested under a DC Superior Court warrant and charged with second-degree burglary.
The arrest marks the latest development in the case. Earlier, 26-year-old Yvonne Young of Southeast DC was arrested on March 19 and charged with second-degree burglary. Three additional arrests were also made on March 6 in connection with the incident.
Despite the arrests, Cruz the puppy has not been recovered. Police are continuing to search for the dog and are asking for the public’s help in locating it.
A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and indictment of those responsible.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Shih Tzu puppy named Cruz stolen during Northeast DC burglary
- Fourth suspect arrested as investigation continues
- Puppy still missing as police offer $1,000 reward