Help find the thugs who did this

The pair were spotted with Codie on Trummery Lane close to the quarry at around 10am last Sunday morning.

One of the males is described as of medium height between 5’ 8” and 5’ 10” tall of a thin build with broad shoulders with dark hair, faint moustache and was wearing a grey top possibly a hoody and similar coloured tracksuit bottoms. He is also described as having an aggressive demeanour and was carrying a bottle of Buckfast.

The second male is described as being of a similar height and build and was carrying a white plastic bag.

Officers believe the two males may have been socialising in the Maghaberry area the previous night, possibly at a house party and they would like to hear from anyone who believes they know these males or who recognises the description. They can be contacted on 0845 600 8000. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.

News of Codie’s ordeal has really tugged on the heartstrings of local people.

Two fundraising pages to help the family cover veterinary bills have already been set up on the internet and have raised a combined total in excess of £5,000.

A dog groomer from Maghaberry has even offered his services free of charge to help with Codie’s grooming once he is fit enough to come home.

For more on this story see pages 4 and 5.