For Greg Siesczkiewicz, a quick errand turned into a nightmare when his 13-month-old German Shorthaired Pointer, Titus, was stolen from his parked car. Thankfully, what could have been a prolonged and distressing ordeal ended in a surprising and swift reunion thanks to a news crew and a strange misunderstanding.
As the 7NEWS team arrived to film the scene of the missing dog, they noticed a man walking a dog that matched Titus’s description. Acting on instinct, they approached the man, 29-year-old Kyle Gariepy, to question him about the situation. Gariepy’s response was both unexpected and puzzling.
“He was just barking in the car, and I walked past,” Gariepy explained to WHDH. “I thought it was the dog I was supposed to be walking. It wasn’t a kidnapping; it was just a simple mistake.”
While Gariepy insisted the incident was a misunderstanding, Titus’s owner, Greg, wasn’t entirely convinced. He pointed out that his phone number was clearly displayed on Titus’s collar tag, yet no attempt was made to contact him. Regardless of Gariepy’s intentions, Greg was simply relieved to have Titus back safe and sound.
The reunion, captured on film by the 7NEWS crew, was a heartwarming and somewhat surreal moment. Greg embraced his exuberant dog, vowing to take extra precautions in the future. “I’m just glad it was resolved quickly,” he said. “But I’ll be microchipping Titus soon to make sure this never happens again.”
This odd yet fortunate turn of events highlights the vigilance of both the media and the community in ensuring a happy ending. For Greg and Titus, it’s a lesson in both gratitude and preparedness—and a reminder to keep a close eye on our beloved pets.
