£5m Apple Heist on the M1: A Road‑Rage Tale
Yesterday, a lorry on the M1 swung a high‑stakes robbery like a blockbuster thriller, leaving police and the public scrambling. Imagine 48 pallets full of the latest Apple gadgets vanishing into thin air—about five million pounds worth of tech gone in a single night.
The Heist Unfolds
- When: Between 7:45 pm and 8:00 pm on Tuesday, 10 November.
- Where: Southbound slip road at Junction 18, M1.
- Targets: Lorry driver and a security guard, both tied up.
- First Move: Lorry diverted to Eldon Close, Crick.
- Transfer: 48 pallets slotted onto a waiting truck via the southbound slip road.
- Final Leg: The truck crossed the county line, heading to Lutterworth, Leicestershire, where the pallets were loaded into a third vehicle.
Who’s Involved?
Two main suspects: the lorry driver and a security officer. Both were kept behind bars in Northamptonshire, with police looking for anyone who saw them or has dash‑cam footage.
Call for Witnesses
Police urge anyone who spotted odd vehicles on the slip road during that window—or anyone who’s seen a “too‑cheap” Apple bundle—to come forward. If you can’t talk in public, you can anonymously dial the CrimeStopper line at 0800 555111 (reference 20000595599).
Why This Matters
It highlights how quickly a well‑planned highway heist can unfold. The stolen goods could potentially end up on the secondhand market, where buyers might unknowingly snatch a pricey iPhone or MacBook for a fraction of its retail value. By spotting the crime early, we keep dangerous criminals off the road and protect folks from getting ripped off.
Stay Informed
For real‑time updates, clip a screenshot of the latest news feed (no code, just the page), but anyway, keep your eyes on traffic cameras and local news outlets—there’s always a next move in this giant game of cat and mouse.
