The Henties Bay police are investigating a break-in at a seal-processing factory, where approximately 3,000 pieces of seal genitals were stolen along with factory equipment. The stolen items are valued at around N$1 million.
The break-in occurred around 05:00 on Thursday, when the suspects gained entry by removing the door to an office. Erongo police senior inspector Judith Shomongula stated that the thieves stole processed animal products and electronic equipment, including 2,225 small genitals, 696 bull genitals, and a laptop with its hard drive. The stolen items are part of the commercial seal product processing, typically sold to specialized export markets.
Shomongula confirmed that none of the stolen goods have been recovered, and no arrests have been made. Police investigations are ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward through local police stations or anonymous community policing channels. Businesses in the area are also being encouraged to reassess their security measures, as similar thefts have been reported in other coastal towns in recent years.
The break-in occurred around 05:00 on Thursday, when the suspects gained entry by removing the door to an office. Erongo police senior inspector Judith Shomongula stated that the thieves stole processed animal products and electronic equipment, including 2,225 small genitals, 696 bull genitals, and a laptop with its hard drive. The stolen items are part of the commercial seal product processing, typically sold to specialized export markets.
Shomongula confirmed that none of the stolen goods have been recovered, and no arrests have been made. Police investigations are ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward through local police stations or anonymous community policing channels. Businesses in the area are also being encouraged to reassess their security measures, as similar thefts have been reported in other coastal towns in recent years.
