A DOG whose disappearance sparked an investigation into suspected dognapping has been found.

Baxter the springer spaniel went missing on Sunday with a witness saying they saw him being put into the back of a flatbed lorry by a man.

He had run off along with his owner's other dog near Broughton Down on Sunday, although the other dog was soon found.

Police had issued an appeal to find Baxter, but today they have revealed that he has been found safe and well.

Hampshire police said: "Great news!

"Baxter has been found safe and well. He was found in the Awbridge area of Test Valley last night (April 12) and handed to the dog warden today. He has been reunited with his owners.

"Thank you for sharing our appeal."