Bam Bam, a stolen service dog, was reunited with his blind owner, Angel Santiago, after being dropped off at a Chicago police station.
The 14-year-old dachshund mix had been missing since June, sparking a nationwide outpouring of support.
Police say the dog appeared healthy, though no arrests have been made.
CHICAGO – After more than two months of heartbreak and searching, Bam Bam, a service dog stolen from his blind owner in Logan Square, has been reunited with his family.
Since Bam Bam’s disappearance, Santiago’s story sparked a wave of compassion across the country. Strangers raised more than $10,000 through GoFundMe, while volunteers passed out flyers, organized searches, and shared updates online to help bring the dog home.
Bam Bam appeared to be in good health when he was recovered, police said. No one is in custody.
After being evaluated by Niles Animal Hospital, Bam Bam received a clean bill of health overall. His nails were long and needed trimming, and he has some cardiac enlargement, but veterinarians said it could be a condition common to his breed.
PETA contributed a $5,000 reward to help bring Bam Bam home, and the group will now celebrate the reunion by putting up billboards across Chicago.
What’s next:
Five detectives continue to investigate how the dog ended up at the station. The pair who dropped off the dog refused to give any information to police before leaving.
