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Family Says Dog Found Safe 17 Hours After Norwood Car Theft

Security specialists warn that key fob signal cloning can let thieves drive off in seconds.

Overview

  • Police recovered the stolen white 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan in East Price Hill after it was taken from the Rookwood Commons parking lot.
  • The owners report Dolly, a 14-pound cream longhair dachshund, was found safe following a community search fueled by a viral Facebook post.
  • The theft happened around 8:11 p.m. Saturday near a Donato's after the driver left the vehicle running, locked the doors, and took the key fob inside.
  • Norwood police say the investigation is ongoing and they are not releasing suspect information or confirming whether security video exists.
  • A cybersecurity expert explained that criminals can intercept and duplicate key fob signals and recommended using a Faraday pouch to block the signal.