VIDEO – WOMAN steals $400 Nikes from Cessnock Porch

A woman was captured on video stealing a $400 pair of Nike shoes from the doorstep of a Cessnock home. The incident has sparked a heated debate online, with residents expressing their frustration and disbelief.

Melissa, the victim of the theft, shared the video on social media, prompting an outpouring of reactions. “Our fault for leaving a $400 pair of Nike’s on the front step, but it’s getting beyond a joke!” she commented, capturing the sentiment of many who feel their sense of security is under threat.

Kristy responded, “Melissa it shouldn’t matter where you leave them… Isn’t yours don’t touch it pretty simple,” reflecting a common belief that personal property should be respected regardless of where it’s placed.

Another commenter, Sam, echoed this sentiment: “People should feel safe to leave stuff out on their own property especially shoes at your door. That’s not something you would even think someone would steal.”

The video showed the thief, dressed in a black hoodie, camouflage pants, and a black backpack, leaning his bike against the front fence. She then carefully approached the porch, listened for any sounds, gently picked up the shoes, and swiftly rode off.

Comments ranged from suggestions of deterrents to outright anger. Kim asserted, “You should be able to leave anything at your front door without dropkicks stealing your things,” while Gaile fumed, “He is a thieving little grub… if it isn’t yours, DON’T TOUCH IT.”

Others found humour in the situation, like Sue, who quipped, “Next time leave work boots bet they don’t go lol,” and Mel, who suggested, “Next time leave a pair that looks okay and carefully place dog poo up near the toes lol.”

The community’s frustration was palpable, with Ivan commenting, “Needs a lesson delivered by a cricket bat,” a sentiment David supported with, “4 sure, he might think about being a grub next time.”

As the debate continued, Troy remarked, “You’ll be looking at everyone’s feet around Cessnock,” to which Ricardo replied, “But you wouldn’t want them back after their dirty feet have been in them.”

The incident has raised questions about the effectiveness of the justice system. Mark lamented, “They just keep doing the same thing because the court system lets them off. The justice system is ineffective.”

Jesse summed it up: “I’m sure you’ll see him cruising around with his new shoes on. I’ll keep an eye out.”