THREE guns and ammunition are missing after thieves stole a gun safe from a property on the outskirts of Tamworth.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
An investigation is underway after the rifles were taken from a shed off Cross Park Road at Nemingha.
Police said thieves struck between 1pm on Sunday and the same time on Monday, making off with three rifles, ammunition and other tools, believed to worth more than $2000.
Police were alerted and a crime scene set-up which was combed by forensic officers.
READ ALSO:
Rural crime detectives have taken over the investigation and are appealing for any witnesses.
Officers are urging anyone who might have seen any vehicles or persons coming and going on Cross Park Road, or from nearby, on the New England Highway, around the time of the incident to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to contact rural crime officers at Tamworth Police Station on 6768 2999.
Officers are also urging landholders to ensure their firearms are secured and the safe storage keys are kept away from gun safes.
Breanna Chillingworth
Northern Daily Leader Senior Crime and Court Reporter
Northern Daily Leader Senior Crime and Court Reporter
