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PBSO arrests Robert Wiggins for stealing dog in Greenacres

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Posted at 10:37 AM, Dec 21, 2018
and last updated 2018-12-21 13:04:30-05

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Authorities say they have solved a "dognapping" case in Greenacres.

Luna, a 4-month-old brown & white pit-bull mix, was taken from a home on Dec. 16, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

The sheriff's office released video of the incidentand posted it to social media.

PBSO said there were several tips from the community that led to Luna's recovery, as well as an arrest in the case.

The Sheriff's Office said 43-year-old Robert Wiggins was caught in possession of Luna.

He's now under arrest and facing a charge of Grand Theft.