Police seize hundreds of stolen toys in Camborne
Two addresses were searched in the town on Tuesday
Last updated 20th Dec 2023
Hundreds of toys and other items thought to have been stolen have been seized by police after a raid in Camborne.
Officers searched two addresses in the town on Tuesday 19th December.
A 41-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of money laundering and possession of criminal property has been released on police bail until March.
A thirteen year old girl who was also arrested has been released with no further action.
The activity came after intelligence was gathered during an operation using plain clothed police officers in November, aimed at disrupting shoplifting and other associated crimes.
During the two-week operation, officers and PCSOs worked closely with local businesses to help protect them against crime.
Sector Inspector for Camborne, Wayne Hicks said: “Today we’ve seized hundreds, possibly more than one thousand items which are suspected to be stolen. For now, these will have to remain as evidence whilst the investigation is ongoing.
“The warrant we’ve carried out is down to weeks of work by local officers and information from our community which has built up a picture of suspected criminal activities, and this work remains ongoing.
“I’d urge anyone who has any information about suspect illegal activity in our area to please report it on 101 or via the force website.”