12 tons of KitKat bars stolen in chocolaty heist in Europe, Nestle says
CBS News • • business
Key Points:
- A 12-ton shipment of Nestle's KitKat bars, totaling 413,793 units, was stolen during transit in Europe, specifically between central Italy and Poland.
- The theft occurred last week and the truck, along with its contents, remains unaccounted for, prompting ongoing investigations with local authorities.
- Nestle warned the heist could cause a shortage of KitKats in stores ahead of Easter and cautioned that the stolen bars might appear in unofficial sales channels across Europe.
- Each KitKat bar has a unique batch code, allowing Nestle to trace and identify stolen products if they surface in the market.
- The company expressed concern over the theft but maintained its iconic slogan, noting that thieves "made a break" with more than 12 tons of chocolate.
