Source: New Zealand Police
Attribute to Detective Sarah Harper – Invercargill CIB:
Police are appealing to the public for information following a burglary in Waikiwi, Invercargill this morning.
It happened around 5.15am at a supermarket on North Road.
Initial enquiries have determined that the offenders have used a vehicle to force the front doors of the store open, and taken a large amount tobacco and cigarette products, before fleeing in the vehicle.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have information about this incident, or about people who may have an excess amount of tobacco or cigarettes, or anyone who has been offered tobacco or cigarettes.
Additionally, if you have CCTV or dashcam footage of the North Road and surrounding areas, between 4.30am and 6am this morning, or witnessed a blue Toyota Prado in the area, please get in touch.
Information can be provided through 105, either online or over the phone, referencing file number 260313/4943.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
