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Waihī theft: ‘Extremely’ valuable service medals stolen from family

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Police are seeking information that could help reunite stolen service medals to their rightful owners.

The medals were taken during a burglary in Waihī along with two Stihl chainsaws, a hedge cutter, cordless drill, angle grinder and battery, wedding rings and other personal jewellery.

According to a police statement, the theft took place at an address on Trig Road North between 6pm on Sunday and 2pm on Monday.

“The seven service medals are of extreme sentimental and historical value, and are of great importance to the victims and their family,” police said.

“Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the Trig Road North area between Saturday evening and Monday afternoon.”

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These service medals were among a range of property taken from a Waihī address.
These service medals were among a range of property taken from a Waihī address.

Police are also appealing for any CCTV or dashcam footage in the area that may assist in their investigation locating the service medals and holding the alleged offenders to account.

Anyone with information that could assist police are asked to get in touch at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.

Information can also be provided person at the Waihī Police Station or anonymously through Crime Stoppers via 0800 555 111.

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