A FAMILY have been left devastated after their Jack Russell puppy was allegedly stolen.

The three-month-old puppy, named Nellie, went missing on Sunday between 2.30pm and 2.45pm after it ran into Sudbrook playing park.

Dale Kedward said the puppy is a family dog and that his wife and two children are "devastated."

They believe somebody stole the dog after it ran into the park from their home nearby.

Anyone with information can call police on 101, quoting crime number P9697/C161402.