Firearms taken while occupants evacuate for tsunami

Nelson Bays Police is investigating the theft of several firearms, some of them antique pieces.
 
They were taken from an address in Riwaka at about 7.30am on Monday 14 November.
 
“For someone to take advantage of others at a time like this is a deplorable act.” says Area Commander, Inspector Mathew Arnold-Kelly.
 
“We do not want these firearms to fall into the wrong hands. Police have launched an investigation as a matter of priority”.
 
“We are appealing for members of the public to help us to recover these weapons. Any information, no matter how small, could assist us in resolving this crime. This could include sightings of individuals behaving suspiciously or collectors being approached to buy the firearms,” says Mr Arnold-Kelly.
 
Police are keen to speak to a male Eurpoean in his mid to late 30s wearing a grey hoodie and black pants who was riding a red push bike in the area at the time. 
 
Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact Nelson Bays Police on 03 546 3840.
 
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
 
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Items taken:
Lee Enfield 303
Remington 110 shotgun
Remington 552 .22
Winchester 370 .22
Very old side by side shotgun
Lamber shotgun