Police search for thieves who allegedly stole $150,000 worth of beehives from rural NSW property
Summary
Police in New South Wales are investigating the theft of 80 beehives valued at $150,000 from a rural property near Bonshaw. The theft likely happened between March 31 and May 6, and police believe the thieves could be other beekeepers.Key Facts
- 80 beehive boxes with active bee colonies were stolen from a property on Bruxner Way, NSW.
- The estimated value of the stolen beehives is $150,000.
- The theft occurred sometime between March 31 and May 6, according to NSW police.
- The hives are cream-colored with blue base boards and white and blue lids.
- Police are asking for information from anyone with footage or knowledge about the theft.
- A local beekeeper suggested that only other beekeepers would steal hives.
- Hive thefts have increased due to the Varroa destructor mite damaging bee populations in Australia.
- Beekeepers often put hives on public land, making them vulnerable, so some use private, secured land instead.
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