Thieves steal $2000-worth of goods from Tactical Electrical

Andrew Bailey from Tactical Electrical, which also stocks Jaycar products, said the business located near the Woolworths car park was broken into after offenders used a sledgehammer to break through the glass door about 4.30am.

They took about $2000-worth of camera equipment.

"It was a smash and grab," Mr Bailey said.

He said the business's alarm system scared off the thieves and police arrived quickly, but just missed them.

"We're struggling at the moment, our sales are way down - this is a loss of trade and a loss of stock, and insurance claims," he said.

"It's a real kick in the guts."

Mr Bailey said the drought had already contributed to a 50 per cent drop in sales in the past 12 months, despite a growing emphasis on STEM subjects in schools.

He said other businesses in the area were also feeling the effects.

"I'm considering shutting the business because of a lack of turnover," he said.

"It costs me more to go to work than I earn."

Central West Police District Chief Inspector Scott Rayner said police were looking for two men following sightings from witnesses - both 170-180 centimetres in height and wearing jumpers and beanies.

One was stocky in build while the other was of medium build - they were seen getting into a car and exiting from the car park onto Sale Street.

Police are still investigating - anyone with information is urged to contact Orange Police Station on 6363 6399.

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