A Tongan resident in Auckland is appealing to the public for help after their family vehicle was stolen from their home overnight.
In a message shared on social media, the owner, Loloma Lelea Kolopeaua, urged family, friends, and the wider community to be on the lookout for the missing van and to contact them or Police if it is seen.
“Please family and friends, if anyone notices my van anywhere, please call me on Messenger or report it to the nearest Police station. Our Toyota Hiace was stolen from our house last night,” the post read.
The stolen vehicle is described as a silver 2009 Toyota Hiace 12-seater, bearing registration plate NFL515.
The appeal has been widely shared within the Tongan community in Auckland, with many offering support and helping to spread the alert online.
Vehicle theft remains a concern in parts of South Auckland, and Police continue to encourage the public to report any suspicious activity or sightings that could assist in recovering stolen property.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police or report anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
