BELLEVILLE, Ill. - It’s been days since Belleville resident Becky Stapleton has seen her longtime pet tortoise, Butters.

“He's a very important part of our family; we interact with him every single day,” Stapleton said.

Stapleton said Butters got out of the garage when it was accidentally left open. He was last seen on Monday in Belleville, Illinois, near 74th and Main Street.

“We've been trying to put his favorite treats, bananas, out to see if that will draw them closer to the house,” Stapleton said.

Stapleton said Butters is friendly and approachable but does like to chase dogs.

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