Stolen Labradoodle Recovered After Two-Hour Search
A mini labradoodle named Easton was returned to its owner on September 23 after being taken from a daycare center.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Dogs
An owner was reunited with their mini labradoodle, Easton, at Tenderloin Station following a swift recovery by city police. The dog had been taken from outside a daycare center near Lombard and Webster streets earlier that evening.
Why it matters
Pet thefts remain a concern for local owners who frequently leave animals briefly unattended on city sidewalks. This incident highlights how quickly officers can leverage surveillance technology to track suspects when a report is filed immediately.
Officers tracked the stolen dog and suspects within a 2-hour window following the 5:45 p.m. response call. The recovery occurred on Golden Gate Avenue near Leavenworth Street.
The players
SFPD Real Time Investigation Center
A centralized hub of city surveillance technology used by police to track criminal activity and suspects in real time.
Tenderloin Station
The local police district station where the reunification of the owner and their pet took place.
The details
Police responded to the theft site at Lombard and Webster streets after the dog was taken from outside a daycare. Officers utilized the SFPD Real Time Investigation Center to monitor and locate the suspects, ultimately recovering Easton on Golden Gate Avenue near Leavenworth Street. The suspects were detained at the scene, and the dog was reunited with its owner at Tenderloin Station.
Timeline
September 23, 2026, 5:45 p.m.: Police responded to the initial theft location.
September 23, 2026, approx 7:45 p.m.: Police recovered the dog.
Across the Bay
This recovery follows the pattern set by high-profile urban pet theft cases where rapid police intervention is prioritized to ensure a quick resolution. Similar to incidents in other major cities, the use of centralized surveillance systems proved instrumental in tracking the suspects.
If you are walking your dog, be aware that pets left unattended outside shops can be targets for theft in busy commercial corridors. Keep your dog in your sight or inside with you when running errands.
The takeaway
Pet owners should avoid leaving animals tied up outside, even for quick stops at local daycare centers or shops. Watch for future updates from the police regarding the charging of the detained suspects.
Further reading
For more on keeping pets safe in the city, check our guide to Dogs.
