Salina ? Two Kansas teens are accused of punching a boy out walking his puppy and then stealing the dog.

Salina police say the boy, 9, and a friend were walking their dogs Tuesday evening in an alley when they were approached by a red SUV. Two girls, ages 15 and 18, got out and demanded the boy’s 9-month-old German shepherd.

Police say the boy refused and was punched in the eye by the 18-year-old, who loaded the puppy into the SUV and drove off.

Deputy Police Chief Carson Mansfield says officers were able to identify the 18-year-old, who brought the puppy to the police station later Tuesday night. Authorities say charges are pending.