Northern Territory Police are investigating two unlawful entries in Alice Springs.

It’s believed between 2am and 3:30am yesterday, a home at East Side was unlawfully entered. A money tin containing approximately $1500, consisting mainly of 20 and 50 dollar notes in cash was reported stolen. The money tin was found discarded outside a neighbouring property.

On the same day between 8am and 6pm, a home in Larapinta was also unlawfully entered, with a box of coins containing approximately $6000 reported stolen.

Police would like anyone who may have information relating to these two thefts to come forward, particularly if they have seen a box described as a Marble Hill 10 litre Spring Water box that may have been taken from the Larapinta home.

Retailers are also asked to be on the lookout for and report anyone paying for items with large quantities of gold coins.

If you believe you have information which may assist police with their investigations, please call 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.