THE world's biggest rabbit has been stolen from a neighbouring county.

The famous bunny, named Darius, holds the Guinness World Record for the world's largest rabbit standing at 4 feet 4 inches tall.

He is believed to have been stolen from his enclosure in Stoulton, in Worcestershire on Saturday. 

Owner Annette Edwards has said it is a "very sad day" and offered a £1,000 reward for his safe return.

Mrs Edwards said Darius was retiring in 2018 as she wanted him to enjoy a less stressful life at home.

He was named the longest rabbit in 2010.

A spokesman for the police said: "We are appealing for information following the theft of an award-winning rabbit from its home in Stoulton, Worcestershire.

"It is believed the Continental Giant rabbit was stolen from its enclosure in the garden of the property of its owners overnight on Saturday.

"The rabbit is quite unique in the fact it is 4ft in size and has been awarded a Guinness Record for being the biggest rabbit in the world."

If you see Darius around Oxfordshire call PC Daren Riley on 101 quoting reference 00286_I_11042021.

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