Police have issued a warning to the public after medication was stolen during a burglary.
The theft is believed to have occurred overnight on Saturday at Saint Bede’s Terrace, in Sunderland .
Officers say the medication is for animals and could be fatal if taken by humans.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson added: "Offenders gained access to a vehicle on Saint Bede’s Terrace, Sunderland, and stole a small locked metal box containing three bottles of medication.
"The medication is for animals and would be fatal should it be taken by humans or given to animals in the wrong dosage.
"An investigation is ongoing and officers are warning people about the dangers of the medication and urging for the drugs to be returned safely."
Anyone with information is asked to come forward either by calling 101 quoting reference 385 190120 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
