CHEESE BANDITS Strike: UK Dairy Community Shocked by Daring Heist
— Thieves pretending to be a legitimate distributor stole nearly 950 wheels of cheddar from Neal’s Yard Dairy, one of the UK’s top cheese retailers. The stolen cheese, including Hafod, Westcombe, and Pitchfork varieties, was worth about $390,000. This bold theft has left the dairy community stunned.
Neal’s Yard Dairy shared on social media that they delivered 22 metric tons of cheddar before realizing it was a scam. The fake distributor claimed to represent a major French retailer. This incident exposes weaknesses in supply chain checks.
Despite the huge loss, Neal’s Yard Dairy has taken on the financial hit to shield smaller cheesemakers who produce these premium cheeses. Their quick response shows dedication to supporting local artisans during tough times.
