Tools valued at $1000 have been taken from the back of a ute while the owner purchased his lunch today.
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The theft occurred approximately 12.15pm on Friday in Thompson Street, Hamilton, Leading Senior Constable Ian McNiven said.
"The diesel mechanic had just gone into a shop to buy his lunch when the tools were removed from the rear of his ute," Constable McNiven said.
Among the items taken from the back of the ute was a soldering iron, an angle grinder and a cordless drill. All of the tools were in a red Milwaukee tools bag.
Anyone with information regarding this theft should contact the Hamilton Police station, or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.
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