Dog stolen from Mickleham

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Police are appealing for public assistance after a dog was stolen from a property in Mickleham last week.

It is understood a woman took the dog, Buster, from the front yard of a property on Dight Way at about 8am on Tuesday, January 10.

Police said they were told she placed him into a black station wagon then fled the scene in the vehicle.

Police have released an image of Buster, a grey Staffordshire Bull Terrier, in the hope that someone has information on his whereabouts.

They have also released an image of the vehicle believed to be involved in the incident.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au