AN URGENT appeal has been issued to help find a much-loved miniature dachshund who has now been missing for six days from the Willersey area.
Daphne, a chocolate merle mini dachshund, disappeared on Saturday from the Willersey/Badsey area of WR11. As the search enters its sixth night, her owners say they are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare.
Despite extensive efforts by family, friends and volunteers, there have been no confirmed sightings of Daphne since she went missing.
Her owners have urged local residents, farmers and landowners to once again thoroughly check sheds, garages, barns, stables, outbuildings, gardens and any other places where a frightened dog may have become trapped or sought shelter.
In an emotional appeal, Daphne’s family said: “It’s heartbreaking thinking of her anywhere other than at home tucked up on the sofa. Please can everyone check your outbuildings, barns, sheds and gardens again, just in case she’s there.
“There have been no sightings of her whatsoever for six days. We think she could possibly have been stolen. She could also be hiding somewhere, frightened and scared – we just don’t know. Please help us find Daphne.”
Search coordinators are asking members of the public not to chase, follow or call out to Daphne if she is spotted, as this could cause her to run further away. Instead, people are asked to note the exact location, time and direction of travel and report the sighting immediately.
Anyone with information, CCTV footage, doorbell camera recordings, or possible sightings is urged to contact the search team on 07495 631996 as soon as possible.
Residents across Evesham, Willersey, Badsey and the wider Wychavon area are being encouraged to share Daphne’s appeal in the hope that someone may hold the key to bringing her safely home.
