Police are hunting for four thieves who offloaded a large quantity of sportswear from a lorry parked at a service station on the M6. The offenders cut open the side of the truck before stealing 22 pallets laden with clothes.
Stoke Sentinel reports that the thieves were seen fleeing from Stafford services on the M6 southbound at 2am on Tuesday (January 11). Officers investigating the theft say a red and white lorry was seen parked behind the victim's vehicle at just before 1am.
A Staffordshire Police spokesman said "We were called to Stafford Services at 5.30am on Wednesday. The lorry driver, a man in his 50s, reported that a total of 22 pallets containing sports clothing had been stolen.
"A red and white lorry was seen parked behind the victim’s lorry at around 12.45am on the day of the theft. It was then driven away at around 2am, with four unknown offenders spotted running in the direction of the nearby Roadchef restaurant.
"We are currently reviewing CCTV of the area at the time of the theft and urge anyone who saw anything suspicious to get in touch with us. "
Inspector Tim Norbury, of Stafford Local Policing Team, said: “I would like to reassure HGV drivers that we are committed to identifying those responsible for these thefts. I know it is a worrying time for drivers, concerned about their safety as well as businesses concerned about loss of goods.
“I would encourage drivers to park in well-lit areas, ensure security measures are in place in respect of vehicles and trailers, and be alert. Anyone who sees anything suspicious involving HGV vehicles in Staffordshire should get in touch with us.”
Anyone with information, relevant CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact us on Facebook, Twitter, or call 101, quoting incident number 87 of January 11.
For stories from where you live, visit InYourArea.
Find recommendations for eating out, attractions and events near you here on our sister website 2Chill
Find recommendations for dog owners and more doggy stories on our sister site Teamdogs
