- Species: Macaw - Blue and Gold (See species list for details)
- Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
- Date Lost: July 7, 2012
- Phone Number: 0800 555 111
- Original URL: http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/Home/Police-hunt-for-stolen-parrot-19072012.htm
Published: 19/07/2012 11:24 – Updated: 19/07/2012 12:06
Police hunt for stolen parrot
Raymond Brown
Chieko the stolen macaw
A hunt has been launched by police – for a stolen parrot.
A male blue and gold Macaw parrot named Chieko was taken by offenders who broke into an aviary in a back garden in Potton Road, Hilton, between 1.30am and 1.45am on Saturday, July 7.
The 15-year-old and a gold female were taken from the large wooden framed aviary.
The female parrot was later found in car which was abandoned in March.
Detective Constable Neil Gibbs, investigating, said: “These are much-loved pets and this incident has left their owners very distressed.
“I would appeal to anyone who may have seen Chieko to contact police. Parrots are very territorial and is likely to have bitten anyone trying to steal him.”
John Hayward, co-ordinator of the National Theft Register for exotic birds and animals, added: “On behalf of the owner of the birds, I appeal for any information of the Macaw whereabouts.
“These birds are highly intelligent and sensitive. I am most concerned for the welfare of both birds, but especially Chieko.
“This is a serious matter of concern for their welfare and if anyone can help trace Chieko please call police or the National Theft Register.”
Anyone with information should call Det Con Gibbs on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of theft and has been bailed until July 26.