Summary
Thieves stole nearly $1 million worth of whiskey from a warehouse in Burlington, Washington, on July 31. They used fake documents to take 12,000 bottles from Westland Distillery, including rare and valuable whiskey varieties.
Key Facts
- The theft happened at Westland Distillery in Burlington, Washington.
- Thieves took 12,000 bottles of whiskey valued at nearly $1 million.
- The stolen whiskey included Westland's flagship single malt and limited-edition Garryana.
- The perpetrators used fake documents to pose as legitimate freight carriers.
- The whiskey was supposed to be sent to a warehouse in New Jersey but never arrived.
- The Garryana whiskey is considered collectible and can sell for more than its $150 retail price.
- The Skagit County Sheriff's Office is investigating the theft.
