Thieves steal 70,000 pints of Guinness in two lorries
Summary
Thieves stole over 800 barrels of Guinness stout, equal to about 70,000 pints, from a depot in Runcorn, Cheshire. The stolen barrels were loaded onto two large trucks and taken away, with the total value of the Guinness and trailers estimated at £205,000.Key Facts
- The theft occurred at Whitehouse Industrial Estate on Aston Lane in Runcorn.
- Two HGV trailers carrying more than 800 barrels were stolen on the same evening.
- Each barrel holds about 88 pints of Guinness.
- The stolen beer was meant to be delivered to pubs.
- Police described two male drivers; one white man with a short dark beard and beanie, the other wearing a cap.
- The trucks are white tri-axle curtain side trailers with GXO logistics branding.
- The trailers have unique identification numbers: DL736 and DL542.
- Police are investigating and have asked the public for information.
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