A curious theft involving 100,000 eggs from a trailer in Pennsylvania has left authorities puzzled, as they have yet to identify the thief. Four days after the incident, law enforcement officials have no significant leads. Trooper First Class Megan Frazer, a spokesperson for the Pennsylvania State Police, said they are counting on the public for help, urging anyone with information to come forward.
The police are following up on potential witnesses and examining surveillance footage to aid their investigation. Frazer, who has worked in law enforcement for over a decade, mentioned that in her experience, she had never encountered a theft involving such a large number of eggs. This case has certainly caught attention due to its unusual nature.
Bird flu is leading to the culling of millions of chickens each month, causing a significant spike in U.S. egg prices, which have more than doubled since the summer of 2023. With Easter approaching, there doesn’t seem to be any relief in sight.
In December, the average price of eggs reached $4.15 per dozen, which, while not as high as the $4.82 record set two years ago, still reflects a major increase. The Agriculture Department forecasts that egg prices will rise another 20% this year.
On Saturday at around 8:40 p.m., 100,000 eggs were stolen from the back of a distribution trailer belonging to Pete & Gerry’s Organics in Antrim Township, according to police.
The stolen eggs are valued at approximately $40,000, classifying the crime as a felony, said Trooper Megan Frazer.
Pete & Gerry’s Organics LLC has stated that they are cooperating with law enforcement in the investigation and are dedicated to resolving the matter swiftly.