Authorities in Pennsylvania were left stunned when a mysterious band of thieves made off with a staggering 100,000 valuable eggs from the rear of a distribution trailer. The daring heist took place at approximately 8:40 p.m. on a Saturday evening at the premises of Pete and Gerry’s Organics LLC in Greencastle, as detailed in a report by the local police. The estimated value of the pilfered eggs amounts to a significant $40,000.
As of Tuesday, the state police had not divulged any further specifics regarding the incident, stating that a thorough investigation was currently underway. In response to the unfortunate event, the egg supplier, Pete & Gerry’s, issued a statement acknowledging the incident and confirming their collaboration with law enforcement to get to the bottom of the situation promptly. The statement emphasized their serious stance on the matter and their unwavering commitment towards its resolution. However, due to the ongoing investigation, the company refrained from providing any additional details at that time.
This theft transpired amidst a backdrop of escalating egg prices across the United States. Over the past year, the average cost of a dozen eggs has surged by a staggering 50%. Notably, this surge has witnessed a marked acceleration following the presidential election in November, as per data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Economists and market analysts attribute this price hike to several factors, including the resurgence of bird flu and the heightened consumer demand typically observed during the holiday season.
