Counties Manukau Police are investigating the theft of almost 50 brand new barbeques that were stolen during a burglary at a Mitre 10 Mega store in East Auckland.
The burglary was committed overnight on Monday 4th May in Flat Bush and Police believe the offenders may have used a truck to make multiple visits to the premise.
The stolen BBQ¡¯s are Weber and Everdure brands and Police are asking the public to be aware and use their good judgement if they are offered a new BBQ at a discounted price, or see these brands advertised for cheap on online platforms such as Facebook marketplace.
Inspector Chris Barry, Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, says it¡¯s particularly disappointing to see businesses being targeted by offenders at a time when many of them are struggling as a result of the Covid pandemic and people¡¯s jobs can be on the line.
¡°We are determined to hold these offenders to account and we are appealing to anyone in our community who is offered a new cheap Weber or Everdure BBQ or has information about this crime to contact us immediately.¡±
Information can be provided to the Counties Manukau Tactical Crime Unit by phoning 105 and quoting file number 200505/8672. You can also provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers by phoning 0800 555 111.
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