THIEVES have made off with two guns that were stashed inside a car parked in the driveway of a home.
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The car was targeted on Friday night after it was parked off O'Dell Street in Armidale.
Police have been told the offenders broke into the car between 8pm and 10.30pm and two rifles were stolen.
Police were alerted and have canvassed the area in an attempt to find any witnesses or CCTV from nearby homes.
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Investigators are now going public in their appeal for information in the hope someone might have driven past, or noticed suspicious activity in the O'Dell Street area on Friday night.
New England Detective Chief Inspector Roger Best said investigations were continuing into the theft.
He said the incident was a timely reminder about storing guns properly, in accordance with the legislation.
Detective Best said firearm owners can make themselves an easy target if they don't store their guns in locked storages, and can also face serious penalties including fines or charges.
"Improper storage of firearms can create easy opportunities for thieves during break and enters, particularly in rural areas," he said.
Anyone with information, or who might have been in the O'Dell Street area on Friday night is urged to contact Armidale police on 6771 0699.