£4,000 worth of Pokémon cards stolen in Gainsborough break-in
Police appeal for information after Lord Street shop burglary
Last updated 16 hours ago
Thieves have targeted Trading Cards Gainsborough, smashing a window and stealing approximately £4,000 worth of Pokémon cards, leaving the shop with hefty repair expenses.
The incident occurred at around 03:20am on Sunday, 9th August, when two individuals broke into the shop on Lord Street and took a substantial quantity of high-value trading cards.
Inspector Head from the Gainsborough Neighbourhood Policing Team has issued an appeal to residents and businesses in the area.
Those who may have CCTV, doorbell camera footage, or other recordings that could help identify the culprits are encouraged to come forward to assist ongoing police inquiries.
Crimes targeting specialist shops, such as Trading Cards Gainsborough, can have significant impacts beyond immediate financial losses.
These independent retailers often serve as community hubs where people with shared hobbies can gather and socialise.
The effects of theft extend to staff and customers, potentially disrupting opportunities for community engagement and enjoyment of shared interests.
Inspector Head stated, "We understand incidents like this can be upsetting for business owners and customers alike, and we are committed to supporting the victim while carrying out a thorough investigation."
Anyone with information regarding this theft, or who encounters rare, high-value trading cards being sold in suspicious circumstances, is urged to contact police.
Please call 101 and quote incident number 26000474135 to assist authorities in their investigation.