Armed trio steals cartons of cigarettes in bold supermarket heist
Three men, one of them keeping watch, forced their way into a supermarket warehouse in Allendorf/Lumda yesterday evening. They stole multiple cartons of cigarettes and fled the scene. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The trio struck around 6:20 p.m., targeting the store's warehouse. Two suspects, described as a 25 to 35-year-old man with a stocky build and a long, black full beard, and a 45 to 55-year-old man with a stocky frame and distinctive large glasses, forced their way in. The third suspect, who kept watch, has an average build.
They made off with several cartons of cigarettes, using a shopping cart to carry their stolen goods. Police are urging anyone with information to contact Giessen Criminal Police on 49 641 7006-6555. Media inquiries can be directed to Central Hesse Police Headquarters Press and Public Relations. Outside regular office hours, contact the Duty Police Superintendent.
The three suspects remain at large. Police are treating the incident as a case of theft with forced entry. Witnesses are crucial in helping to identify and apprehend the culprits. Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward.
