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Thief Offers Compensation for Stolen Gates, Investigation Ongoing

3/3/2026

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On February 18, 2026, a thief stole garden gates worth £1,500 from Daniel Lewandowski's property in Edinburgh.
The thief contacted Daniel Lewandowski to offer compensation, starting at £50 and increasing to £400.
Daniel Lewandowski reported the theft to Police Scotland, which is investigating the case.
The thief later stated the gates were destroyed at a scrapyard.
Daniel Lewandowski wants his gate returned or full compensation, not an apology.

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Story summary

On February 18, 2026, a thief stole garden gates worth £1,500 from Daniel Lewandowski's property in Edinburgh.
The thief contacted Daniel Lewandowski to offer compensation, starting at £50 and increasing to £400.
Daniel Lewandowski reported the theft to Police Scotland, which is investigating the case.
The thief later stated the gates were destroyed at a scrapyard.
Daniel Lewandowski wants his gate returned or full compensation, not an apology.