Pokémon Card Heist at Salisbury Downs Shopping Centre

Salisbury Downs Shopping Centre Hit by Pokémon Card Heist A break-in at the Spains Road shopping centre in Salisbury Downs, South Australia, has left police appealing for information. The incident occurred at approximately 12:20 am on January 1, 2025. Security footage shows two individuals forcing entry to a Pokémon card vending machine and making off with an unknown quantity of cards. "Footage clearly shows the suspects breaking into the machine and taking the cards," said a spokesperson for South Australia Police. "We are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers immediately." The incident highlights the ongoing issue of retail crime in the area. Police are reviewing additional CCTV footage and conducting interviews with witnesses. The value of the stolen Pokémon cards is yet to be determined. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities. Police hope that the release of the CCTV footage will lead to the identification and arrest of the suspects.