Port Hedland’s Provedore Cafe rammed by stolen vehicle, causing thousands in damage to building exterior

One of Port Hedland’s favourite cafes was smashed by an allegedly stolen ute overnight, causing thousands of dollars in damage to the business. South Hedland police are investigating an incident at the Provedore Cafe, in Port Hedland’s Pretty Pool area after its side window was smashed by what was believed to be a stolen white single-cab utility vehicle at about 3.50am on Monday. The vehicle is said to have rammed the window several times causing considerable damage before driving away. Staff at the Cafe said they were alerted by local residents at around 4.30am and the incident has caused considerable damage to the cafe’s exterior as well as knocking over furniture inside the building. The staff said nothing was stolen from the business and have boarded up the side window until repair work can be undertaken. Inquiries are continuing and police urge anyone with any information, CCTV or dash-cam vision relating to this incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestopperswa.com.au