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Fox Caught Milk-Stealing: A Glasgow Fox’s Midnight Heist
8/3/2026, 11:56:50 AM
The Unexpected Thief
Gordon Campbell, 42, a homeowner in Glasgow, Scotland, reported that glass bottles of milk repeatedly vanished from his doorstep over the course of about a month. After suspecting a human culprit, he installed a security camera to monitor the deliveries. The footage revealed a young fox climbing the front steps, toppling a bottle, and carrying it away. The animal’s nocturnal visit was captured at approximately 2:30 a.m. on July 20.
How the Capture Unfolded
Campbell set a “sting” by leaving a spare glass bottle filled with milk outside his home while the camera recorded. Within hours of the setup, the fox appeared, seized the bait, and retreated with the bottle. Campbell noted that earlier he had blamed magpies for the thefts, but their size would not have allowed them to roll a bottle away. The incident was documented by a video that showed the fox trotting up the steps, grabbing the bottle in its mouth, and disappearing.
Campbell’s Reaction
Initially, Campbell joked that the thief might have been “a militant vegan,” reflecting his uncertainty about whether a person or animal was responsible. The homeowner, who had paused his milk deliveries during the thefts and resorted to grocery purchases, said he may resume the service now that the culprit is known. He plans to place a protective box outside his door to safeguard future deliveries.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I didn't really know exactly who would be doing it,” — Gordon Campbell
- “I just thought it was kind of hilarious that this... cute fox was popping up and taking it away,” — Gordon Campbell
