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Thief Steals Scrap Materials, Then Sells Them Back to Same Junk Shop
['Jay-R Santiago']
PhilNews
Fearless Thief Steals Scrap Materials and Sells Them Back to Same Junk Shop in Negros OccidentalA thief who stole from a junk shop sold the stolen scrap materials back to the same shop he had robbed in Escalante City, Negros Occidental.
On August 5, 2026 (Wednesday), a thief left many residents surprised after allegedly stealing scrap materials from a junk shop and then returning to sell the stolen items back to the same business.
According to the junk shop owner, an unidentified man entered the property and took scrap materials without permission.
Workers at the junk shop reportedly recognized the materials and realized they were the same items that had gone missing earlier.
The junk shop owner is hoping that members of the community who may recognize the man will come forward and help with the investigation.