A 'Pokemon'-brand card alleged to have been stolen south of Wollongong last month has been located, as detectives continue to investigate the alleged assault.
Police were told a 38-year-old man had arranged to sell rare collectable cards in a carpark at the intersection of Lake Entrance Road and Shellharbour Road, Warilla, about 10:45pm on Friday 28 March 2025.
The seller told police he was assaulted by a man purporting to be the buyer, before a card – which detectives have been told is worth more than $8000 – was stolen.
Strike Force Calmar was formed by detectives attached Lake Illawarra Police District to investigate the matter.
Police made a public appeal for assistance and, a short time later, were advised the missing collectable card had been located.
The circumstances of how the card was recovered can not be disclosed at this time due to operational reasons, with investigations continuing into the alleged assault of the man.
Police would still like to speak to the driver of a car seen in the vicinity of the incident. It's described as a red 2023-model Ford Mustang with grey stripes, and police believe the driver may be able to assist with inquiries.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Lake Illawarra Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 00.
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