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The theft, which occurred at Neal's Yard Dairy's warehouse in Southwark, involved criminals posing as legitimate suppliers for a prominent French retailer.
In a well-orchestrated operation, thieves masquerading as wholesale distributors for a well-known French retailer successfully tricked London’s Neal's Yard Dairy, stealing an impressive 22 tonnes of high-end cheddar cheese, according to The Metro. The heist, which involved more than 950 wheels of premium artisanal cheddar, has sent shockwaves through the cheese industry and left the dairy and its partners confronting a major financial blow.
The theft, which occurred at Neal's Yard Dairy's warehouse in Southwark, involved criminals posing as legitimate suppliers for a prominent French retailer. Deceived by the thieves' act, the dairy employees handed over the valuable shipment, believing it to be a regular transaction. It wasn't until after the cheese was gone that the dairy realized they had fallen victim to a sophisticated scam.
The Metropolitan Police, who are investigating the incident, said, “On Monday, October 21, we received a report regarding the theft of a significant amount of cheese from a manufacturer in Southwark. Investigations are ongoing to determine the details surrounding the incident.” However, authorities have not yet made any arrests related to the theft.
Despite the significant loss, Neal's Yard Dairy has pledged to support the small-scale cheesemakers impacted by the theft—Hafod, Westcombe, and Pitchfork. These artisans, recognised for their premium handcrafted cheddar, will not face financial consequences due to Neal's Yard Dairy’s commitment to absorb the costs associated with the theft.
This assistance underscores the dairy's commitment to its producers during this extraordinary event. With losses estimated at approximately £300,000 (over Rs 3 crore), the stolen cheese constitutes a substantial part of Neal's Yard's cheddar stock, affecting both the company and its artisanal partners.
Celebrity chef and restaurateur Jamie Oliver shared his shock over the theft on Instagram, helping to raise awareness about the incident on social media. He said, “In a shocking turn of events, Neal's Yard Dairy has become the target of a bold heist of epic proportions,” highlighting the significant value of the stolen cheddar.
As investigations progress, the incident has created unease within the cheese community, which hopes that this case will lead to heightened awareness regarding supply chain security.
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