Austin food blogger Taylor Hannon has been reunited with his dog, Noodles, following a car theft incident that occurred on July 25. The vehicle, with Noodles inside, was stolen while Hannon was preparing for a road trip.
Police later recovered the vehicle, but the dog was not found inside. A public search ensued, drawing widespread support from the community and social media users.
On July 31, a local resident who recognized Noodles from online posts reported seeing the dog in a neighborhood park. Police and volunteers responded and safely recovered the animal.
Authorities confirmed Noodles’ identity and facilitated the reunion with Hannon. The Austin Police Department stated the vehicle theft investigation remains ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact law enforcement.