Warning over a rogue's bargain

Motherwell shoppers who think they have picked up a Christmas bargain have been warned they could be in trouble with the police.
Phoneshop Motherwell owner Jose GonzalezPhoneshop Motherwell owner Jose Gonzalez
Phoneshop Motherwell owner Jose Gonzalez

Phoneshop Motherwell in Merry Street was broken into last Monday (November 28) with more than £30,000 of equipment including 50/60 phones, tablets and consoles being stolen.

The thief, unconcerned his actions would prevent owner Jose Gonzalez from putting down a deposit on a home for his pregnant fiancée and unborn son, set up shop down a lane off Brandon Parade East offering the likes of Apple iPhones and Samsung Edges for £30.

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Following a police raid on a house in Vulcan Street the next day some property was recovered and a man in now in custody awaiting a January court appearance.

Inspector Alistair Anderson warned there could be consequences for those who got a ‘rogue’s bargain’ if they don’t give up their purchase.

He said: “We realise that most people will have bought these items thinking they were getting a bargain, but they could find themselves being charged with handling stolen goods.

“We are presently pulling together a list of the stolen property and the companies involved looking at technological advances that will allow us to identify persons who have taken advantage of the rogue’s bargain once the devices are activated or registered.”