VISTA, Calif.—A former Amazon delivery driver who stole an Encinitas woman’s dog while delivering packages was sentenced March 16 to a one-year probation term.
Dena Vindiola, 37, was arrested last October, about three weeks after golden retriever Finn went missing from his owner’s Hollyridge Drive home.
As part of her probation, Vindiola must abide by a number of conditions, including performing 10 days of community service involving animal care, staying away from any San Diego County dog parks, and prohibitions against owning any dogs.
According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, Denise Reppenhagen’s dog went missing on Oct. 9, 2022, after her garage door was left open by a family member….