Source: New Zealand Police
Waitematā Police have wasted little time getting to the bottom of a ‘missing mail mystery’ in West Auckland.
An investigation into a spate of parcel thefts has resulted in two arrests and seizure of a range of items this morning at a house in Glen Eden, Auckland.
Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting, Area Investigations Manager, Waitematā West, says the first reports of the offending occurred around 12 August, though it’s likely to have started before this.
“An investigation was launched following reports of parcels going missing or not turning up in Henderson, Te Atatū South and Te Atatū Peninsula,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says.
Enquiries included a review of local CCTV footage which helped locate items and clothing allegedly linked to the missing parcels.
“Discussion about the thefts on a local Facebook page has also heightened awareness in the community.” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says.
“Enquiries are ongoing to determine whether other offenders are involved.”
A male has been charged with five charges of theft and a woman is facing two charges of theft.
Police are also in the process of reuniting several recovered packages with their owners.
Anyone who is missing a parcel or has information that could assist with enquiries is asked to contact Police online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.
Please use the reference number 250821/1358.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111
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Nicole Bremner/NZ Police
