Thousands of pounds worth of suspected stolen goods, including confectionary and bathroom products, have been seized by police in Peterborough. The seizure was made after officers spotted a large group of people in St John's Street on Sunday while patrolling the Wellington Street car boot sale. The group, which consisted of around 20 to 30 people, caught the attention of the police, who then discovered suitcases filled with a variety of items, including 213 confectionary products, 103 bottles of shampoo and body wash, and 46 boxes of fabric cleaners and softeners.
The suspected stolen goods, which are worth approximately £3,500, were retrieved by the police after the group attempted to get away. Two women were arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods, but no further action was taken against them. The items seized include products from well-known brands such as Ariel, Nescafe, and Snickers. The police have stated that the items will remain in their possession unless proof of ownership can be provided. The seizure is a significant one, and it highlights the ongoing issue of theft and handling of stolen goods in the area.
The police have urged anyone with information about the suspected stolen goods to come forward and contact them online or by calling 101. The seizure is a result of the police's efforts to tackle crime and keep the community safe. The Wellington Street car boot sale is a popular event in the area, and the police's presence helped to prevent any potential criminal activity. The seizure of the suspected stolen goods is a positive outcome, and it demonstrates the police's commitment to addressing the issue of theft and handling of stolen goods.
Here is a list of the items seized by the police:
* 213 confectionary products
* 103 bottles of shampoo and body wash
* 46 boxes of fabric cleaners and softeners
* 1 Yazoo milkshake
The list of items seized is extensive, and it includes a wide range of products. The police's efforts to seize these items have helped to prevent them from being sold on the black market, and it has also helped to disrupt the activities of those involved in the theft and handling of stolen goods.
The police's actions in seizing the suspected stolen goods are part of their ongoing efforts to tackle crime and keep the community safe. The seizure is a significant one, and it highlights the importance of the police's work in addressing the issue of theft and handling of stolen goods. The police will continue to work to prevent and detect crime, and they will also work to support those who have been affected by it. The seizure of the suspected stolen goods is a positive outcome, and it demonstrates the police's commitment to keeping the community safe.