A HEARTLESS thief has targeted a Newcastle fundraiser for victims of the Orlando mass shooting.
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The Together We Rise event, held at Carrington Bowling Club on Saturday, was marred when organisers discovered a charity tin had been stolen from inside the venue.
Organiser Matt Anderson said it was a shame the fundraiser had been overshadowed by the robbery.
“It was a good event that had a great cause – raising money for people who have lost so much,” he said on Sunday.
“That’s why it’s such a shame it’s been marred by this.”
Fortunately, most of the funds for the Orlando appeal were raised through other means.
Mr Anderson said the incident had been reported to police and CCTV footage had been handed over.
It is not known how much money was in the tin as it was yet to be counted.
If you have any information, phone Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000.
