AN EIGHT-WEEK-OLD puppy has been stolen just two days after joining its new owners.

As well as the dog, which is a light brown and white Staffordshire bull terrier, a television and laptop were also stolen following a burglary at a flat in Jay Court, Northview, Swanley.

The thefts took place on Thursday (Nov 5) between 6.30 and 9pm.

Police believe someone got into the flat by using a ladder to get onto a balcony and then forcing a door.

A photo of the puppy is due to be released by police today.

Anyone with information about this incident should call police on 01732 379217 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Information can also be emailed to appeals.westkent@kent.pnn.police.uk