Nestle issue fresh statement after theft of over 400,000 KitKat chocolate bars | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLucy LeesonMonday 30 March 2026 06:56 BSTKitKat chocolate bars have been stolen (AFP via Getty Images)Nestle has reported the theft of over twelve tonnes of its new KitKat range, comprising 413,793 chocolate bars.The truck carrying the confectionery departed from central Italy but failed to reach its scheduled destination in Poland.Both the vehicle and the substantial quantity of KitKat products remain missing and unaccounted for.Nestle confirmed in a statement on Sunday that it is “working closely with local authorities and supply chain partners to investigate” the major heist.The company assured consumers that there are “no concerns for customer safety”, and that the overall supply of KitKats will not be affected.In fullNestle issue KitKat supply update after more than twelve tons stolen in major heistThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in