1 October 2025

Police hunt for men after alleged Thirroul break and enter

| By Zoe Cartwright
NSW Police say the two men pictured could help them with an investigation into a Thirroul break and enter.

NSW Police say the two men pictured could help them with an investigation into a Thirroul break and enter. Photo: NSW Police.

Police have asked the public to help them identify two men in relation to an alleged break and enter in Thirroul.

A NSW Police spokesperson said that at about 2:20 pm on Wednesday 17 September, police were called to a home on Coast Street following reports of a break and enter.

“Officers attached to Wollongong Police District were told about 2 pm on the same day, two unknown men [allegedly] gained entry into the home and stole two passports along with an amount of cash before leaving the scene,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.

“There was no one home at the time.

“A crime scene was established, and police commenced an investigation into the incident.

“As inquiries continue, police have released an image of two men who they believe can assist with their inquiries.”

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The first man is described as being of medium build and about 175 cm tall.

He is shown wearing a white long sleeve shirt, black/grey gloves, a yellow high-vis vest, long dark pants, black shoes and a face mask.

The second man is described as being of medium build and about 175 cm tall.

He is shown wearing a tanned hat, an orange high-vis shirt, black gloves, a yellow high-vis vest, black pants, and white sneakers.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.

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