Yorkshire chef rues ‘so much waste’ after thieves write off van and 2,500 pies inside

Tommy Banks had appealed for the pies bearing his name to be given to people in need

A van that which was stolen containing 2,500 pies has been found abandoned and its cargo too damaged to eat.

The Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks had appealed to thieves to do the right thing" and give the van's contents, which also included custard and gravy, to people in need.