In a not-so-eggciting twist, authorities are turning to the community for assistance in locating the culprits behind the theft of 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, from the back of a trailer in Pennsylvania. This unusual heist has left law enforcement scrambling for clues, as they attempt to track down those responsible for this egg-cellent crime.

On Wednesday, police in Pennsylvania were actively searching for clues to identify the individuals responsible for the theft of 100,000 organic eggs, which occurred four days earlier. The incident took place against the backdrop of a bird flu outbreak in the United States, which has led farmers to cull millions of chickens every month. This health crisis has contributed to a sharp rise in egg prices, which more than doubled compared to their cost in the summer of 2023.

Authorities are speculating that the egg theft might be linked to the soaring prices. On Wednesday, law enforcement officials appealed to the local community for any information that could assist in solving the crime. They are also reviewing surveillance footage in hopes of identifying the suspect(s) behind the theft.

Trooper First Class Megan Frazer, a spokesperson for the Pennsylvania State Police, remarked, "In my career, I've never heard of a hundred thousand eggs being stolen. This is definitely unique."

The theft occurred on Saturday night in Antrim Township, Pennsylvania, where the eggs were taken from the rear of a Pete & Gerry's Organics distribution trailer. The stolen eggs are valued at approximately $40,000 (€38,500), which classifies the crime as a felony, according to Frazer.

Pete & Gerry's Organics issued a statement to multiple US media outlets, confirming that they are working closely with law enforcement to resolve the case.

The theft comes amid rising egg prices in the US. By the end of 2024, the average cost of a dozen eggs had reached $4.15, marking a significant increase from the summer of 2023. Furthermore, the US Department of Agriculture has forecasted that egg prices could rise by as much as 20% this year due to the ongoing shortage caused by the bird flu.