Safe Stolen in Calebasses Heist

A brazen theft rocked the northern Mauritian locality of Calebasses after criminals broke in and made off with an entire safe. The bold operation pointed to a degree of premeditation, as the perpetrators arrived in a van specifically to transport the heavy item. However, their escape plan appears to have unravelled quickly. According to Le Defi Media, the fourgonnette — the van used to carry out the robbery — was recovered by authorities shortly after the crime was reported. It remains unclear at this stage whether the safe itself was found inside the vehicle or had already been moved elsewhere. Police are now investigating the incident, working to identify and locate the individuals responsible. The recovery of the vehicle so soon after the theft is a significant lead, potentially yielding forensic evidence or witness accounts that could help crack the case. This type of theft — targeting a safe rather than cash or easily portable valuables — suggests the perpetrators may have had prior knowledge of the premises and its contents, raising questions about whether an insider tip could be involved. Investigators are likely to explore this angle as part of their enquiries. Calebasses, located in the Pamplemousses district, is a largely residential area. Incidents of this nature are relatively uncommon for the zone, and the news is likely to cause concern among local residents and business owners alike. The Mauritian police force has not yet issued a formal statement on the number of suspects being sought or confirmed the exact location and nature of the targeted premises. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. Anyone with information related to the theft is encouraged to contact the nearest police station or reach out to the Police Emergency Line.