Manager 'sickened' after £55k of stock stolen

Police were called to reports of a break-in at Discount Supplements in Hull on Sunday

The manager of an independent sports nutrition company said stock worth at least £55,000 was stolen during a break-in.

Joe Stevenson, from Discount Supplements, on Clay Street, Hull, said large quantities of XL Nutrition Whey protein - used for post-workout recovery and muscle growth - was among several products taken during the raid on Sunday morning.

He said: "It was sickening seeing the CCTV and the casual attitude of them just walking round the warehouse and taking whatever they wanted."

A Humberside Police spokesperson confirmed officers were investigating.

Joe Stevenson said "pallets of products" were stolen from his company's warehouse

Mr Stevenson said a colleague discovered the break-in after going to collect some pallets.

As well as whey protein, a number of other powders and capsules were stolen, he said.

Mr Stevenson added: "It's a crying shame because we've been struggling anyway. We've had a tough couple of years because everyone is feeling the pinch."

Several pallets full of XL Nutrition Whey protein were stolen from the warehouse, according to the company's manager

In response to the burglary, Mr Stevenson said the firm was considering installing additional CCTV.

A police spokesperson said: "It is reported forced entry was made into the premises, allegedly causing damage to the exterior of the building and items are also believed to have been stolen."

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