AN appeal has been launched to trace the owner of a hamster who attempted a Mission Impossible-style heist of a pick and mix on Hogmanay.
The Scottish SPCA were called to a Poundland on Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street on December 31 after a member of the public spotted a hamster loose in the shop.
CCTV footage showed the hamster clinging on to an unsuspecting shopper before making a beeline for the loose sweets and candy.
The rodent’s “Mission Impossible-esque” adventure has earned him the temporary moniker Tom Cruise.
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Animal rescue officer Amy Stirton collected the hamster, who is now being looked after at a rescue and rehoming centre.
She said: “This hamster is in good health and we are keen to reunite him with his owner. We’ve named the little adrenaline junkie Tom Cruise for now, given his Mission Impossible-esque attempt to get some treats from Poundland.
“Given how unusual this year has been, it feels appropriate to round off 2020 with such a bizarre job!”
If anyone has any information which may help the Scottish SPCA trace this hamster’s owner, please call the charity’s animal helpline on 03000 999 999.
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