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Police are appealing for information following a burglary at a depot on
Ferguson Street, Palmerston North overnight on Thursday 23 June.

It’s believed that at least two people entered the premises around 11:50pm
and stole two ride-on mowers and the trailers they were sitting on. It’s
thought that two vehicles were involved in this burglary.

Detective Sergeant Carl Newton of Manawatu CIB states, “The sight of one or
two vehicles towing a trailer with a distinctive orange commercial ride-on
lawnmower would have been very noticeable during nighttime hours and we
encourage anyone who saw these vehicles travelling in the city to contact
Police.”

Anyone who was in the area at the time or has information that can assist
Police with their enquiries is encouraged to call 105 and quote file number
220624/3343.

People can also make a report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555
111 or online at https://www.crimestoppers-nz.org

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